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Create to Learn Unit 3, Lesson 4: Music Makers 101

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Unit 3: Music and Recording CREATE TO LEARN ACQUIRE: MUSIC MAKERS 101 (DAKOTA BEAR) Have students read "Music Makers 101" by Dakota Bear found on pages 34 - 55 of the Create to Learn textbook. Alternatively, students can watch his lessons here: https://www.createtolearn.ca/ tutorial-episodes/music-makers-101-introduction To debrief the reading, ask the class the following questions: 1. How did Dakota learn about the music business? 2. What new information did you learn about song writing from Dakota? 3. What program does Dakota use to record his music? 4. What does Dakota recommend for overcoming writer's block? 5. What does Dakota say about Indigenous peoples and song writing? 6. What is the difference between internal rhymes and end rhymes? 7. What is the purpose of the artwork on an album cover? 8. What is involved in the distribution process? 9. What does Dakota say you need to get noticed? 10. What is an electronic press kit? 11. How do artists get paid? APPLY: SONG RECORDING Have students find a suitable beat for their songs (if they didn't do so already in lesson 2). There are many websites to find beats from that can be used royalty-free (although some are only free for a trial period and users have to create an account). Examples of places to find free beats: • Epidemic Sounds at www.epidemicsound.com • Free Music Achieve at https://freemusicarchive.org/genre/Hip-Hop_Beats • Soundcloud at https://soundcloud.com/freehiphopbeatsforyou Next, have students record their songs using Dakota's Garage Band Tutorial (or other free application). Remind students to practice their breath control warmups prior to recording. Typically, it will take a few tries (and lots of practice) to get the recording just right! ASSESS: BLOG POST Once students have recorded their songs, encourage them to write a blog post detailing their experiences during the process. Remind students about the features of a blog post and how they will be assessed. Use the "Blog Post Rubric" to assess students' writing. Teachers have the option of setting up a free website to officially publish the blog posts, using their school website, or simply having students' hand in their blog reflections privately. TAKE LEARNING FURTHER Once students have recorded their songs, hold a listening party! Invite other classes, organiza- tions and community members to celebrate students' achievements so far.

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