Songbook: Tuned Percussion

Wellerman (Sea Shanty) - Nathan Evans

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About this resource

In this Songbook resource you will learn how to:

  • Play Wellerman (Sea Shanty) by Nathan Evans
  • Follow the Songbook Tuned Percussion video (using the chords Am, F, E, C and Dm)
  • Using your instrument, rehearse and perform individually or as a whole class ensemble
  • Play rhythm patterns whilst following the video

You will need to:

  • Make sure you are familiar with the chords used in this resource

Chord Recap: Wellerman

  • Use the Chord Recap prompt to find the right notes or chord on the instrument you are playing.
  • This activity will also help you to become familiar with reading tablature (TAB)

DOWNLOAD: Wellerman (Sea Shanty) (Tuned Percussion Chord Sheet)

Songbook Tuned Percussion: Wellerman

Wellerman - Full Track

  • The video contains tuned percussion cues with lyrics that change with the song and suggested rhythms in a box using 1+2+3+4 notation throughout the song.
  • Follow your lines and play along with the song using the backing track to help keep in time.

Wellerman - No Melody

  • The video contains tuned percussion cues with lyrics that change with the song and suggested rhythms in a box using 1+2+3+4 notation throughout the song.
  • Follow your lines and play along with the song using the backing track to help keep in time.
  • You may decide to perform the main vocal parts alongside the instrumental parts.

Key Learning and Vocabulary - Overview

Check your musical understanding of the following:

  • How to play Wellerman using the chords of Am, F, E, C and Dm
  • Rhythm patterns using crotchets & quavers (up strokes, down strokes, up and down strokes)
  • Tablature
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