Abiyoyo

  • "Abiyoyo" is a Bantu lullaby. This peaceful song is useful for practising tied notes.
  • As "Abiyoyo" is in 3/4 time, it is also useful for later practise of 'tum-ti'. In addition, this rhythm is found amongst tied rhythms.
  • Melodically, this song is in extended do pentatonic providing opportunity to practise this scale with older students.
Kodaly Analysis:
Abiyoyo Theme: Multicultural Games:
Partner: Form: Binary Song Type:
Scale: do Pentatonic CSP: B - C Age: Middle Primary - Lower Secondary
Tones: Rhythm: ; ; ; ;  
Melodic: ; ; ; ; ; ;
Prep: ;
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Origin: Bantu Lullaby
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