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Music
Quarter 3 – Module 4:
Musical Ensembles In Our
Community
Music – Grade 6
Quarter 3 – Module 4: Musical Ensembles in Our Community
First Edition, 2020

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Music
Quarter 3 – Module 4:
Musical Ensembles In Our
Community
Introductory Message
For the facilitator:
As a facilitator, you are expected to orient the learners on how to
use this module. You also need to keep track of the learners' progress
while allowing them to manage their own learning at home.
Furthermore, you are expected to encourage and assist the learners as
they do the tasks included in the module.

For the learner:

As a learner, you must learn to become responsible of your own
learning. Take time to read, understand, and perform the different
activities in the module.
As you go through the different activities of this module be
reminded of the following:
1. Use the module with care. Do not put unnecessary mark/s on
any part of the module. Use a separate sheet of paper in
answering the exercises.
2. Don’t forget to answer Let Us Try before moving on to the other
activities.
3. Read the instructions carefully before doing each task.
4. Observe honesty and integrity in doing the tasks and checking
your answers.
5. Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next.
6. Return this module to your teacher/facilitator once you are
done.
If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this
module, do not hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator. Always
bear in mind that you are not alone. We hope that through this
material, you will experience meaningful learning and gain deep
understanding of the relevant competencies. You can do it!

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 Let Us Learn
Hi there! How are you today? I know you are excited for our new
lesson. With that, I welcome you to module 4 in Music. This module
will be discussing on the different music ensembles that can be seen or
heard in our community. I do expect that you are very much interested as I
do. Truly, I believe that this day will be an enjoyable and a fulfilling one.
This module will guide you to distinguish musical ensembles that you have
seen or heard in your community. Also, you will discover important
information which is necessary in the proceeding lessons. I hope that you
will find enjoyment and fun as you go along with the entire lesson and
activities.
This lesson specifically seeks to achieve the following:
1. Describe the composition of musical ensembles.
2. Distinguishes various musical ensembles seen and heard in the
community. MU6TB-IIId-e-2
3. Appreciate the impact of musical ensembles in our community

Let Us Try
PICTURE INFERENCES
Instructions: Observe the pictures and identify it’s a musical
ensemble or not. Write a check mark ( ) if it’s a musical ensemble and
write ( x ) if not. Write your answers in the circle. You may use a
separate sheet.

1. 2.

3.

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Guide Questions:
1. Based on the activity, how can we distinguish a musical ensemble

from the other?

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2. What do you think is the impact or contribution of musical

ensembles in our country?

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Let Us Study
MUSICAL ENSEMBLES IN OUR COMMUNITY

Musical ensembles can be defined as a musical group formed by a

group of instrumentalists. This can be performed either instrumental or in
vocal form. In the Philippines, there are different kinds of musical ensemble
that mirrors the Filipino origins and culture. One of which is Rondalla ―a
group or a family of stringed instruments that are played with plucking or
by picking. Another musical ensemble that is common in the Philippines is
the use of percussion ensembles like the kulintang ensemble (see.

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https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Kulintang) a group of a traditional
ensemble which is composed by different gongs and drums. Kulintang has
different rhythmic variation which is common in Mindanao Southern
Philippines played most especially during rituals and festivals. There are
also wind ensembles in the Philippines that are used during an orchestra ―
an instrumental ensemble playing typical classical music; a combination of
different family of instruments. In most of the Churches vocal ensembles
like choir/chorus is also observed. All ensembles have its own timbre
(quality of sound) that distinguishes one sound or one instrument from
another which makes them unique.

Let Us Practice
TELL ME WHAT YOU HEAR!
Instructions: The following are events in our community that makes use of
musical ensembles. Identify the particular ensemble that is suited to the
following events. You may choose your answers in the box. Write the letter of
your choice.
A. Rondalla C. Wind Ensembles
B. Percussion Ensembles/ kulintang D. Choir/Chorus
C. Choir/Chorus

______1. A processional hymn during a Holy Mass in the Church

______2. (Indak-indak sa Kadalanan) Kadayawan Festival in Davao

City.

https://www.davaocity.gov.ph/kadayawan-2019/kadayawan-2019-features-more-
traditions-of-davao-tribes/

______3. Philippine stringed orchestra

______4. Group singing of the Philippine National Anthem

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 ______5. A bugle calls in the military corps.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Philippine_Marine_Corps_Drum_and_Bugle_Team#/medi
a/File:Operation_Goodwill_gives_hope_to_children,_families_in_the_Philippines_DVI
DS232175.

Let Us Practice More

Directions: Write T if the statement is true and F if the
statement itself is incorrect. Write your answer on a separate
sheet.

1. Musical ensemble can be played by a single individual.

2. Musical ensemble is only formed by the use of instruments.
3. The quality of sound that distinguishes one instrument from another
is called timbre.
4. Rondalla is a stringed ensemble which originates itself in the
Philippines.
5. Kulintang is a percussion ensemble which is very common in
Mindanao Southern Philippines.

Let Us Remember

1. Musical ensemble is a musical group that performs instrumental or

vocal music. This can be performed according to the family of
instruments or sometimes a mixture or combination of other
instruments.

2. Timbre (quality of sound) is the color of sound produced vocally or by

instruments. It distinguishes one sound or one instrument from
another.

3. Musical ensembles that are common in the community are in a form

of a band, rondalla (stringed), kulintang (percussion), wind, and
choruses.

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 Let Us Assess
I. MULTIPLE CHOICE
Instructions. Write the letter of your choice on the space
provided before each item. You may use a separate sheet.
_____1. Alyanna attended a Filipino opera (drama). She noticed that there
were group of musicians playing different types of stringed
instruments playing in harmony. What musical ensemble could it
be?

A. rondalla B. kulintang C. wind ensemble D. percussions

_____2. Benji was invited to watch cultural dances in Davao. As he arrived,

he noticed in the airport some group of musicians playing gongs and
drums to welcome passengers. What musical ensemble could it be?

A. rondalla B. kulintang C. wind ensemble D. orchestra

______3. In music, instruments that are played together can be identified by

the quality of sound it may produce. What is the musical term for
the color of sound that each instrument or voice possess?

A. meter B. time signature C. volume D. timbre

______4. It refers to the musical group that performs instrumental or vocal

music.
A. musical ensembles C. musical genre
B. musical interval D. melody

______5. Which of the following is an example of a musical ensemble?

A. a boy playing his flute

B. Danica playing her violin for the show.
C. a song sung by the choir
D. Ryan played the keyboards as background music.
II. ESSAY. Answer the following questions in two to three sentences. (5
points each) Scores will be referred to the rubric presented below.
1. Observe the photo, is it considered a musical ensemble? Why or Why
not?
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 2. How does our musical ensemble contribute to our country?

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Rubric to this Rubric

Points
Criteria Satisfactory SCORE
Very Good (3) Poor (1)
(2)
Content The content is The content is The content is
(3pts) well- manifested in unclear.
manifested in own words and
own words somehow clear.
and accurate.

Accuracy The idea is well- The idea is

(2pts) organized and not organized
is not repeated. at all.

Let Us Enhance
Directions: This time, identify the instruments that each musical
ensemble has. Group them inside the box by writing the name of
the instrument in the box.

kulintangan
octavina
laud
gandingan

bajo de uñas
agung

guitar gandang bandurria

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 Rondalla Kulintang

Let Us Reflect

Musical Ensembles in Our Community

We hear music almost everyday. As you go to every place, music

differs on quality and styles. When you go to Church on Sundays you will
hear a distinct sound that suits the place. Going to a restaurant will
surprise you with a chilling acoustics too. During fiesta, you will hear a jolly
music of a parade. Music is already a way of life. Here in our country ―
Philippines, music is already been a part of the Nation’s culture and
tradition.

Music created by different group of musical instruments that are

played harmoniously forms a musical ensemble. Musical ensembles may
come into various forms. A sound of a guitar is good to hear but if it’s
accompanied by other string instruments with a proper musical
arrangement, the music will even sound much better. Musical ensembles
play a big part in Filipino entertainment and culture.

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Let Us Try Let Us Practice Let Us Practice More
1. ⁄ 1. D 1. F
2. ⁄ 2. B 2. F
3. x 3. A 3. T
4. ⁄ 4. D 4. F
5. x 5. C 5. T
Let Us Enhance (in
any order)
Rondalla
1. bandurria
Let Us Assess 2. laud
3. octavina
1. A 4. bajo de uñas
2. B 5. guitar
3. D
4. A Kulintang
5. C
1. gandang
II. Refer to the 2. kulintangan
Rubric (12 points) 3. gandingan
Answers may vary. 4. agung
Answer Key
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