It hums and it thrums
through day and night
the magical, mystical
rhythm of life!
Follow the story of music back to the very beginning.
Did it start with a stomp or a clap? This playful poem is an ode to the colourful world of music and rhythm.
Once Upon a Rhythm
by James Carter
Programme of Study
Pupils should be taught to:
- play and perform in solo and ensemble contexts, using their voices and playing musical instruments with increasing accuracy, fluency, control and expression
- develop an understanding of the history of music.
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