Download 4 Bibbidi Bobbidi Tunes

4 Bibbidi Bobbidi Tunes
Lesson Overview:
This lesson explores the contrasting styles of the song "Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo" from the
Disney movie Cinderella and a version written and recorded in the style of Johann
Sebastian Bach. Students compare and contrast the two versions to gain an understanding
of elements of Baroque music.
Length of Lesson:
One 45-minute session
Instruction Plan
Students will:
Identify the similar and contrasting musical elements and styles found in the original
composition of "Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo," and a version written and recorded in the style of
Johann Sebastian Bach.
Understand musical vocabulary and usage as they compare and contrast varying styles of
music composition.
Appreciate that the style in which a piece of music is played affects the mood and spirit
of the product.
Follow the writing process (pre-write, rough draft, and final copy) to compare and
contrast the use of musical elements and styles found in the original composition of
"Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo," and "Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo" written and recorded in the style of
Bach.
Appreciate and express appreciation for the connection between these two versions of the
same musical composition.
Supplies:
Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Bach: More Favorite Disney Tunes. Audio CD.
Cinderella: An Original Walt Disney Records Soundtrack. Audio CD.
Cinderella. Videocassette. (Optional)
Bach's Brandenburg Concertos. Audio CD.
Amsterdam Baroque Orchestra's Brandenburg Concertos. Audio CD. (optional)
Instructional Plan:
Warm Up
Review the words on the Vocabulary handout. Introduce a list of the common musical
elements found in works composed during the Baroque time period.
If students are already familiar with the qualities of Baroque music, have them brainstorm
a list of typically Baroque elements, such as the following (refer to the Vocabulary
handout for further explanation):
Staccato (separated notes)
Contrasting dynamics
Steady, precise rhythms
Melody moves between voices (instruments)
Melodic variation (elaborate ornamentation, varied rhythm, varied dynamic level, varied
voice)
If students have no background knowledge in this area, consider playing for the students
any movement from Johann Sebastian Bach’s "Brandenburg Concertos." The elements of
instrumental Baroque music are evident throughout this work.
Introductory Activity
Briefly discuss the story of Cinderella, paying particular attention to the animated version
by Disney. Ask students if they are familiar with the music from this version.
Guided Activity
Listen to the original version of "Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo" and the version arranged in the
style of Bach's music. (If you have access to the video of Cinderella, you may wish to
view the portion of the film that includes the song.)
Listen to each version a second time and, as a class, fill in a Venn diagram that compares
and contrasts the musical elements found in each version. Discuss the musical elements
the pieces have in common.
Independent Activity
Using a Venn diagram as a pre-writing activity, students should follow the remaining
steps of the writing process to create an essay that compares and contrasts the two
versions of "Bibbidi-Bobbidi-Boo." They should clearly identify the alterations that have
been made to the original tune in order to make it sound like a Baroque piece. Tell
students that they must incorporate appropriate music vocabulary, and remind them that
they must check for proper punctuation, spelling, and grammar.
When the rough draft is completed, students should "pair and share" their work with
another classmate. Once they receive feedback on the rough draft, the final copy should
be completed.
Closure
Have the class discuss the following questions:
Can you think of an example of contemporary music that is influenced by the music of
the Baroque period?
Why are songs or compositions "re-done" at different times, in different musical styles?
Many songs on the radio today are new interpretations of an original, older song. What
might inspire an artist to reinterpret a song?
Assessment:
Assess student performance using the accompanying Assessment Rubric.