(Originais Teachy 2023) - Question Medium of Arts

Folk dances are cultural expressions that involve music, movement, and traditions of a group of people. They can have different purposes, such as telling stories, celebrating events, or simply promoting fun and integration among community members. Research a Brazilian folk dance and describe: a) what is its origin and purpose; b) what are the characteristic movements and steps of this dance; and c) how it contributes to the preservation of cultural traditions and the expression of identity of a group.

In our school, we had the experience of participating in a dance group, where we learned to move and work as a team. Think of a dance that you learned or performed with your classmates. Describe the movements you made and why you think it is important to maintain rhythm and synchrony during the dance. Remember to mention if you encountered any difficulties and how you solved them.

You know that the arts are very special and each person can feel something different when looking at a painting, listening to music, or watching a dance. For example, a painting of a rainbow can make us think of joy and hope. Now, think about your own painting or drawing. What do you want people to feel or think when they look at your art? Explain what your art could mean to different people.

João and Maria are learning about rhythm and melody in their Art class. They have discovered that the games of 'Tug of War' and 'Hot Potato' can help understand these musical concepts. By pulling the rope in 'Tug of War', the children realize that the force exerted and the rhythm of the pulls can be compared to a music, where intensity and tempo are essential. In the game of 'Hot Potato', where a hot potato is passed from hand to hand until the music stops, they notice that the speed at which the potato is passed resembles the concept of melody, which is the succession of sounds organized at different pitches. Considering these games, explain how João and Maria can apply the principles of rhythm and melody during a round of 'Hot Potato' to create a 'music' with the game's rules. Think about how the variation in speed and the organization of passing the potato can represent musical elements and describe a 'music measure' based on this adaptation of the traditional game.