Review Q1. Complete the following description of how Narratives usually begin: Narratives begin by giving us information about: *Who *W____ *W____ Answer: Where the story takes place (setting), when the story takes place.
Review Q2. Narratives usually have three major parts- can you name them and describe what happens in each part? Answer: The setting; the ‘crisis’ or complication - something happens to disrupt the situation or someone new arrives or both; the action builds up to a conclusion and the problem is solved - this is called a resolution .
Building Vocabulary Activity 1: What Am I? Directions: Identify what word/s or phrase does the pictures and videos stands for. Each player will be given 30 seconds to answer the given pictures and videos.
CHARACTERS Hint: involve in a story
SETTING Hint: the story that takes place
REHEARSALS Meaning: Practice Sessions
soulful melodies/ melodic music Meaning: the way the music sounds
meaningful lyrics Meaning: the words to the song
prestigious Meaning: important, high status
originality Meaning: making your own version Moira Dela Torre sings“ Dito Ka Lang”
Concert/ Showcasing their music to a broader audience Meaning: present their music to a bigger community
This Narrative is called ‘From Manila to the World ’. It is a narrative from the Philippines and is about how 3 teenagers from Manila formed a band and went from rehearsing in the streets and playing at parties to getting a recording deal and becoming famous.
From Manila to the World In the bustling streets of Manila, three Filipino teenagers named Miguel, Sofia, and Carlo formed a band called "Tala," meaning star in Filipino, with dreams of making it big in the music industry. Miguel played guitar, Sofia sang and played keyboards and Carlo was on drums. Despite the challenges they faced, such as balancing schoolwork, finding a place for rehearsals, and constantly trying to find better instruments, they poured their hearts into writing their own songs with soulful melodies and meaningful lyrics that resonated with their local community.
One day, the daughter of the principal at their school heard them playing at a party. The next thing they knew the principal asked them to play at the school dance. This was their first public performance – but it was just the start they needed. Soon word of Tala's talent spread throughout the local music scene, and they were invited to perform at a prestigious music festival. Excitement filled the air as they stepped on stage, feeling the energy of the crowd. Their powerful performance captivated everyone, leaving the audience in awe. It was a defining moment for Tala, as they realized their dreams were within reach.
After their performance, a music producer approached them, impressed by their raw talent and originality. He offered them a record deal, promising to showcase their music to a broader audience. With hearts pounding with anticipation, Miguel, Sofia, and Carlo knew that their lives were about to change forever. They had not only proven themselves as Filipino artists but had also become an inspiration to their peers, encouraging them to pursue their own passions fearlessly. The journey of Tala was just beginning, and together, they were ready to shine like the stars they were named after.
After their performance, a music producer approached them, impressed by their raw talent and originality. He offered them a record deal, promising to showcase their music to a broader audience. With hearts pounding with anticipation, Miguel, Sofia, and Carlo knew that their lives were about to change forever. They had not only proven themselves as Filipino artists but had also become an inspiration to their peers, encouraging them to pursue their own passions fearlessly. The journey of Tala was just beginning, and together, they were ready to shine like the stars they were named after.
Q1. What does the name of the band mean in Filipino? Answer: ‘Tala’ or Star Q2. What is the ‘crisis’ or major event that starts the narrative? (How does their career in music get started?) Answer: The daughter of their school principal hears them play at a party. Q3. What is the ‘resolution’ of this narrative? (What event brings the narrative to a conclusion?) Answer: The music producer offers the band a contract/deal.
Activity 2: Pantomime Directions: In groups of two, students pantomime part of the story ‘ From Manila to the World’. Group 1- Paragraph 1 Group 2- Paragraph 2