OCR GCSE AOS 3: Rhythms of the World - India and Punjab
Teaching materials covering key aspects of the traditions of Hindustani Classical Music, and Punjabi and British Bhangra. Hindustani Classical music is explored in relation to taal, raag, bols, use of drone, structure, and the timbres, roles and playing techniques of tabla, sitar, sarangi, sarod, bansuri, violin and tampura. Teaching materials relating to Bhangra, focus on the timbres and roles of the dhol, tumbi, harmonium and voice, and the central role of the chaal rhythm. Resources feature thumbprints of style, aural training, practice questions, extended writing training, exam style questions and moderation exercises. Rehearsing and performing tasks provide students with hands-on experience of both musical traditions. There's also an additional wider listening playlist to broaden and deepen students' understanding of style and genre.
