SECTION A: PERFORMING ARTS
Activity 1: Flash cards for teaching rhythmic patterns
Flash Card 1: The Steady Beat (Heartbeat)
Purpose: This card introduces the concept of a steady beat — the pulse of music — which is the
foundation of all rhythmic patterns (LSP1501, Study Guide, p. 23).
Flash Card 2: Long and Short Sounds (Duration)
Purpose: This card teaches duration — the length of notes — which is a key musical concept in the
Foundation Phase curriculum (LSP1501, Study Guide, p. 23).
, Flash Card 3: Clapping Patterns (Body Percussion)
Purpose: This card helps learners visualise and perform simple rhythmic patterns using body
percussion, which is recommended in the CAPS curriculum (LSP1501, Study Guide, p. 18, 27).
Flash Card 4: Rhythm Sticks Pattern
Purpose: This card introduces learners to playing rhythmic patterns on non-melodic percussion
instruments, as outlined in the study guide (LSP1501, Study Guide, p. 18, 27).