Wairua Music Video

Wairua Music Video

This term we have been practising a song and dance to the song Wairua. We have finished the filming and the audio, and now we just have to edit it together. We wore black and white clothing.

What are we learning?
How to film a music video, dance and sing to a Maori song.

What am I finding challenging?
Being in front of a camera.

What do I need to do so that the class will be successful?
Try my hardest even when I don't want to be on camera.

Wairua

Wairua

In music, we are practising the song Wairua. We will be making a music video as a group performance. We're going to be wearing black and white outfits.

What are we learning?
How to film a music video, dance and sing to a Maori song.

What am I finding challenging?
Being confident enough to do some of the dance moves.

What do I need to do so that the class will be successful?
I need to make sure I have my clothes and always join in.

New Zealand Singer Research

In music, we researched a famous New Zealand singer, I researched Jamie Mcdell.
What are we learning: To find facts about a famous singer from New Zealand
How does this work show my learning: Because I have made a slideshow and added facts about the singer.
What am I wondering: I'm wondering what her favourite song from one of her albums is?

Music Term 2 Matariki

My piktochart on for Matariki:
https://create.piktochart.com/output/29985897-new-piktochart

Stan Walker Aotearoa.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jWhAoZZh8fc

What style of music is this / Who inspired them to write it?

Pop, and R&B.

He was inspired by the 1984 song Poi E, which as of 2014 is the only Maori language song to reach number one on the New Zealand singles chart. 

What do you like about the music? 

I like that there's more than one singer and I like that they added some to the national anthem.

What do you like about the music video?

I like how they spelt Aotearoa out in the sand with different Maori themed things

Find out what the song is about.
Couldn't find what the song was about.

Modern Māori Quartet feat. Awhimai Fraser 'Māreikura'

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sXLE5VoUa9Q

What style of music is this / Who inspired them to write it?

Modern, To celebrate Matariki

What do you like about the music? 

I really like the style of music and how it's not too loud or quiet. 

What do you like about the music video?

I like that they just made a quick music video in the studio. 

Find out what the song is about. 

To celebrate Maori Matariki

WAIRUA Maimoa

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DgGr_n4fgyI

What style of music is this / Who inspired them to write it?

Pop, I couldn't find who inspired them to write the song. 

What do you like about the music? 

I like that it's more upbeat and pop.

What do you like about the music video?

I like that there's more than one person in the music video and I like that they're matching outfits.

Find out what the song is about. 

It's a song about encouraging people's beliefs, natural instinct or spirit. 

Kalega 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIqQTrxc15E

What style of music is this / Who inspired them to write it?

R&B, The Great Aotearoa. 

What do you like about the music? 

I like the style its sung in.

What do you like about the music video?

I like that it relates to New Zealand and I like all the dancing in it. 

Find out what the song is about. 

Sweet/Tasty, To express joy, amazement, or stunned reactions. 

the great Aotearoa summer pilgrimage back to the beach to chill, unwind and get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life in the city. 

Maisey Rika - Tangaroa Whakamautai

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yblB87dpJGc

What style of music is this / Who inspired them to write it?

R&B, The song was inspired by  "Te Tahi o Te Rangi" man on Whakaari : Bossy Hill

What do you like about the music? 

I like the sound of her voice and the style of music.

What do you like about the music video?

I like that it's really pretty and I like all the nature. 

Find out what the song is about. 

The song ways respect to Tangaroa (The God of the sea)

What have I learnt?

We are learning to understand the idea of Maori music and Matariki.

How does this work show my learning?

This work shows my learning because I have written about all the songs meanings, and what they're about.

What am I wondering?

How many years has Matariki been celebrated for? 

Music Dance Preformance

What have I learnt?
I have learnt how to work in a group performing a dance.

How does this work show my learning?
Because we have practised and finished our dance.

What did I find challenging?
Not being serious.

What would I do differently if I did this again?
Doing a song that is easier and slower.

What did I enjoy?
I enjoyed pulling silly faces.

What am I wondering?
Is it easier to dance to a different Matilda song?

What was it like performing?
It was exciting but I was also nervous at the same time. It was also cool watching everyone else perform.

Pictures/Videos.

Class Performance On Stage
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DsvNltNC8Vshgd5mxk9MyQYmHdYU1veJ/view

Music Video! Rebecca Black vs Billie Eilish

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJ82RvDJuhs
I really like the artist.
I like all the lyrics.
I love the rhythm of the song.
I like how she sings.
I like how the song is kind of dark and kind of not.
I think the song is about her having a bellyache.
I think the style of music is pop.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPVTl9K0lqc
I dislike the artist
I dislike the lyrics
I dislike the rhythm
I dislike a how her voice sounds like a robot
I think the song is about friday.
I think the style of music is pop.


What am I learning?
How to use videonotes and how to note down the thing we do and do not like about the songs.

How does this work show my learning?
Because I have explained clearly what I like and dislike about both the songs. I followed the instructions and came out with a good result.

What am I wondering?
What other people think about the songs.