Joyful Noise Music: Thalampata

THALAMPATA FUN!

We had so much fun today with our homemade thalampata!! In case you didn't know, the thalampata is special Sri Lankan traditional instrument that is included in many dances, specifically the Kandyan dance, of which we watched a neat video in class! Check that out below.

The kids all took turns trying to dance in a way that made the thalampata "clang" together--quite a task!--and had loads of fun along the way.

I took so many high-resolution photos I thought it would be easier to place them in a viewing gallery for you! Make sure to check your email so that you have access to the download pin. =)

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QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR CHILD

1. What is the thalampata? Does it make sound? An instrument--yes!

2. What is on the end of the thalampata? Small cymbals!

The THALAMPATA:

Traditional Sri Lankan Dance Instrument

This week in music class, we happened to have on hand the ingredients for making a special instrument that is an important part of cultural, rhythmic dance in Sri Lanka--the Thalampata!

Made of two cymbals that are connected to scarves or ropes, the Thalampata clangs together during dance using hand or body movements to the rhythm of songs.

To make a Thalampata, we tied together two of my finger cymbals to a colorful scarf and wore it on our bodies, as well as shaking it with our hands, to produce sound. Dancing in a way that made the Thalampata clang together while wearing the scarf was trickier than you might think, haha!

Our students also enjoyed "A smooth road, a bumpy road" this week as well as listening to traditional Sri Lankan folk music, That wraps up our culture focus this month--see you in February for some JAZZ, man! :D

See the extender questions below!

*Please note, the four-year-old class has been rescheduled for Wednesday afternoon.

QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR CHILD:

1) What was the Thalampata in music class made from? Two finger cymbals and a scarf

2) Was the Thalampata loud or quiet?

What are we doing in class?

Each week, Joyful Noise Music Classes brings music theory and instrument exploration to your children by using a blend of best practice philosophy (such as the Orff method, Suzuki, and other music pedagogies),as well as a ton of fun and movement!

Singing, moving, laughing and learning is a big part of the program, but, one of our goals is to expose children to world culture, and music and lifestyles around the world. This exploration allows us to appreciate where our favorite music comes from and the people who have created it for us.

Have a question about the program?
Please email MusicatJN@gmail.com!

Week of January 22nd, 2018

Week of January 25th, 2016