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Lesson Objectives
- Understand the Concept of Folk Music: Students will learn what folk music is and how it has been passed down through generations.
- Explore Cultural Significance: Students will recognize how folk music reflects people’s lifestyles, traditions, and environments.
- Identify Different Types of Folk Music: Students will become familiar with various folk music genres, such as Palligiti, Bhatiali, Jari, and Lalon Giti.
- Analyze the Evolution of Folk Music: Students will examine how folk music changes over time and adapts to new social and cultural settings.
- Recognize the Role of Instruments: Students will learn about traditional folk instruments and how they are made from natural materials.
- Understand the Impact of Modernization: Students will explore how migration and urbanization contribute to the fading of folk music and its adaptation in mainstream media.
- Enhance Language Skills: Students will improve vocabulary, comprehension, and critical thinking through exercises based on the lesson.
Unit 1, Lesson 1: People's Music
People’s music, also known as folk music, consists of tunes, lyrics, and knowledge passed down orally for generations. Over time, this music has evolved, closely tied to the way people live. Our agriculture, food, ecology, seasons, and rituals are all reflected in these songs. Palligiti, Bhatiali, Jari, Sari, Gambhira, Lalon Giti, Paalagan, and the songs of Hason Raja all embody the self-expression of the people.
As the landscape changes, the music shifts too. In the hill tracts, you encounter music with the same role but expressed in the diverse languages of the ethnic communities. The instruments used for folk music are crafted from materials found in the surroundings—animal skin, bamboo, and calabash are common examples. The sounds they produce are deeply connected to the land they come from. As people migrate to cities and villages transform, these traditional tunes are slowly fading. However, folk music still finds its place in mainstream films and music albums.
Vocabulary List
| Word | Word | Word |
|---|---|---|
| Orally | Ritual | Migrate |
| Tradition | Ecology | Instrument |
| Reflection | Transformation | Mainstream |
| Fade |
Multiple Choice Questions
- What is another name for people's music?
- Classical music
- Folk music
- Rock music
- Pop music
- How has folk music traditionally been passed down?
- Through written manuscripts
- Via oral tradition
- By formal education
- Through radio and television
- Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a type of folk song?
- Bhatiali
- Jari
- Jazz
- Lalon Giti
- What influences the evolution of folk music?
- Changes in technology
- The way people live
- Globalization
- Political movements
- Where is folk music still present despite its decline?
- In museums
- In mainstream films and music albums
- Only in rural villages
- In newspapers
- Which materials are commonly used to craft folk music instruments?
- Plastic and metal
- Bamboo and animal skin
- Glass and ceramic
- Rubber and paper
- What happens to folk music as people migrate to cities?
- It gains popularity
- It slowly fades
- It remains unchanged
- It becomes a part of classical music
Short Questions
- What are some examples of folk music mentioned in the text?
- How are folk music instruments connected to their surroundings?
- Why is folk music slowly fading?
- In what ways does folk music reflect people's lives?
Fill in the Blanks
- Folk music is also known as __________ music.
- Traditional folk music is passed down through __________ tradition.
- __________, Bhatiali, Jari, and Lalon Giti are examples of folk music.
- Folk music instruments are often made from materials like __________ and __________.
- Even though traditional folk music is fading, it can still be found in __________ and __________.
Answers
Word Details
- Orally (Adverb) - Spoken, not written | Bengali: মৌখিকভাবে | IPA: /ˈɔːrəli/ | Example: The stories were passed down orally.
- Ritual (Noun) - A religious or solemn ceremony | Bengali: ধর্মীয় অনুষ্ঠান | IPA: /ˈrɪtʃuəl/ | Example: The festival includes an ancient ritual.
- Migrate (Verb) - To move from one place to another | Bengali: স্থানান্তরিত হওয়া | IPA: /ˈmaɪɡreɪt/ | Example: Many people migrate to cities for jobs.
- Tradition (Noun) - A custom passed down through generations | Bengali: ঐতিহ্য | IPA: /trəˈdɪʃən/ | Example: Folk music is a part of our tradition.
- Ecology (Noun) - The relationship between organisms and their environment | Bengali: পরিবেশবিদ্যা | IPA: /ɪˈkɒlədʒi/ | Example: The ecology of the region is changing.
- Instrument (Noun) - A tool or device used for a purpose | Bengali: যন্ত্র | IPA: /ˈɪnstrəmənt/ | Example: He played a musical instrument.
- Reflection (Noun) - The return of light or an idea | Bengali: প্রতিফলন | IPA: /rɪˈflekʃən/ | Example: The music is a reflection of culture.
- Transformation (Noun) - A thorough or dramatic change | Bengali: পরিবর্তন | IPA: /ˌtrænsfərˈmeɪʃən/ | Example: The village underwent a transformation.
- Mainstream (Noun) - The dominant trend in society | Bengali: প্রধানধারা | IPA: /ˈmeɪnstriːm/ | Example: Folk music entered the mainstream.
- Fade (Verb) - To lose brightness or strength | Bengali: ফিকে হওয়া | IPA: /feɪd/ | Example: The music began to fade.
Multiple Choice Questions
- What is another name for people's music?
- Classical music
- Folk music ✅
- Rock music
- Pop music
- How has folk music traditionally been passed down?
- Through written manuscripts
- Via oral tradition ✅
- By formal education
- Through radio and television
- Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a type of folk song?
- Bhatiali
- Jari
- Jazz ✅
- Lalon Giti
- What influences the evolution of folk music?
- Changes in technology
- The way people live ✅
- Globalization
- Political movements
- Where is folk music still present despite its decline?
- In museums
- In mainstream films and music albums ✅
- Only in rural villages
- In newspapers
- Which materials are commonly used to craft folk music instruments?
- Plastic and metal
- Bamboo and animal skin ✅
- Glass and ceramic
- Rubber and paper
- What happens to folk music as people migrate to cities?
- It gains popularity
- It slowly fades ✅
- It remains unchanged
- It becomes a part of classical music
Short Questions & Answers
- What are some examples of folk music mentioned in the text?
Palligiti, Bhatiali, Jari, Sari, Gambhira, Lalon Giti, Paalagan, and the songs of Hason Raja. - How are folk music instruments connected to their surroundings?
Folk music instruments are made from natural materials such as animal skin, bamboo, and calabash, which are found in the local environment. - Why is folk music slowly fading?
As people migrate to cities and villages modernize, traditional folk music is being replaced by newer forms of music. - In what ways does folk music reflect people's lives?
Folk music is influenced by agriculture, food, ecology, seasons, and rituals, making it a form of self-expression for communities.
Fill in the Blanks (With Answers)
- Folk music is also known as people's music.
- Traditional folk music is passed down through oral tradition.
- Palligiti, Bhatiali, Jari, and Lalon Giti are examples of folk music.
- Folk music instruments are often made from materials like bamboo and animal skin.
- Even though traditional folk music is fading, it can still be found in mainstream films and music albums.
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