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Mindful Music Moments

Beth Brown

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Mindful Music Moments

Explore music's therapeutic benefits

In this lesson, students will engage in mindful listening exercises to explore the therapeutic benefits of music. They will focus on rhythm, melody, and lyrics to understand how music can evoke emotions and reduce stress. This lesson is important as it provides students with tools to manage stress and enhance emotional well-being through music.

Audience

Grades 9-12

Time

25 minutes

Approach

Explore music's therapeutic benefits

Materials

Audio device with speakers, Selected music tracks, and Discussion Questions

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

  • Begin by explaining the concept of mindful listening and its benefits.
  • Discuss how music can influence emotions and reduce stress.
  • Introduce the activity: focusing on rhythm, melody, and lyrics.

Step 2

Guided Listening Exercise

10 minutes

  • Play a selected music track.
  • Ask students to close their eyes and focus on the rhythm, melody, and lyrics.
  • Encourage them to notice any emotions or thoughts that arise.

Step 3

Reflection and Discussion

10 minutes

  • Facilitate a discussion using the prepared questions.
  • Encourage students to share their experiences and feelings during the exercise.
  • Discuss how they can use music as a tool for stress relief in their daily lives.
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Discussion

Mindful Music Discussion

A guided discussion to reflect on the mindful listening exercise and explore the emotional impact of music.

How did the music make you feel during the exercise?

Encourage students to share specific emotions or memories that the music evoked.







What elements of the music stood out to you the most?

Guide students to discuss rhythm, melody, or lyrics and their impact.







How can you use music to manage stress in your daily life?

Discuss practical ways to incorporate music into stress management routines.







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