Music PACK-MUS-1 · WS-MUS-1-02
Tempo, Dynamics, and Pitch
Rhythm and Melody Fundamentals — Exploring how music sounds different
📝 Directions: Explore tempo (fast/slow), dynamics (loud/soft), and pitch (high/low)!
Part A: Tempo. Fast or Slow?

Tempo is how fast or slow music goes. Listen to music and circle the tempo!

Song/SoundTempo
A lullabyFast / Slow
A marchFast / Slow
A race car soundFast / Slow
A turtle walkingFast / Slow

Activity: Clap the beat to your favorite song. Is it fast or slow? _______________

Part B: Dynamics. Loud or Soft?

Dynamics is how loud or soft music is. Sort these sounds:

whisperdrumbird chirpingthundertiptoeingmarching bandmouse squeakingfire truck siren
🔊 LOUD (forte)
🔈 SOFT (piano)
Part C: Pitch. High or Low?

Pitch is how high or low a sound is. Circle the right answer:

  1. A bird singing → High / Low
  2. A bear growling → High / Low
  3. A whistle → High / Low
  4. A big drum → High / Low
  5. A baby laughing → High / Low
Part D: Musical Mood

How does music make you feel? Draw a face for each type:

Fast & Loud

Slow & Soft

Happy Music

Sad Music

Orlando School Supply · Grade 1 · WS-MUS-1-02 · Rhythm and Melody Fundamentals · For classroom and home use