Hot potato!

Words and Music by Greg Beardsell.

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This is a fun call and response warm-up to really get you going! It’s also good for getting a class’ attention. It’s a physical warm up that energises the body and lifts the soft palate. It also encourages deep breathing and works the mouth.

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Age
7 to 9 , 9 to 11
Song type
Action , Call-and-response , Chant , Warm-up
Subject
Design & Technology
Scoring
A cappella , Unison

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