Nanuma

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Soprano 1, Soprano 2, Alto, Percussion — Nanuma is in canon form. Not only is the canon sung, but it incorporates body percussion as well.For a fun extension activity, perform a body canon with your students. Body canons can help strengthen your students’ ability to sing canons/rounds better by giving them something visual/physical to hold onto. Perform a simple, one-measure rhythm in 4/4 time, using body percussion or movement.Have students echo you, AND while they are echoing, they must watch as you perform different one-measure body percussion rhythms or movements. Try to vary the types of body percussion/movements so it will be easier for students to follow you.Some examples:ClapsStompsChest patsSnapsShoulder tapsFlashy fingers (silent)Lip popsPronunciation GuideNah-NOO-mahxa0 WAH-ee-eh An African song of greeting, Nanuma is a canon with percussion. Canons are one of the best ways to introduce harmony to emerging singers and this song will not disappoint - it's great fun!

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