KS2/3 idea: As hinted in the introductory non-cartoon shot of violinist Rubinoff, violin techniques feature prominently in this cartoon soundtrack. First, by demonstration if possible, make sure that pupils know of violin techniques pizzicato, glissando, tremolando and double-stopping (choose fewer where appropriate). Get each pupil to draw their own 'flash card' for each (with both the word and a graphic suggesting its sound) and as the cartoon plays through ask them to hold up the appropriate flashcard whenever they hear that technique being used in the soundtrack. Can they focus on the listening task or will they be distracted by the cartoon visuals? They may sometimes have to hold up more than one card! (There is only one very obvious place where double-stopping is used - some other techniques are debatable, but it's good to hear different opinions!)
Tags: violin techniques, pizzicato, glissando, tremolando, double stopping
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