The energy in the music department has reached a crescendo this week! As the Summer Concert approaches, our students have transitioned from understanding the “why” of music to the intense, disciplined practice of the “how.” We are moving into high gear, transforming our classrooms into rehearsal studios where every lyric and light cue matters.
Early Years (KG1 & KG2)
The Art of Performance
Our youngest performers are diligently memorizing lyrics and refining their movements. This week was all about “fine-tuning”—learning that a great performance comes from practicing the small details until they shine.
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Learner Profile: Knowledgeable – Recalling lyrics and melodic patterns with increasing confidence.
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ATL Skills: Self-Management (Organization) – Learning to follow a rehearsal schedule and being ready to perform on cue.
Grades 1 & 2
Concert Preparations
Following our look at how communities use music, Grades 1 and 2 are now putting those theories into practice. They are polishing their ensemble pieces, focusing on how their individual voices contribute to a collective harmony.
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Strand: Music in Society.
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Learner Profile: Reflective – Listening back to their rehearsals and identifying areas where they can improve their pitch or timing.
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ATL Skills: Communication – Interpreting non-verbal cues from the conductor and their peers during practice.
Grades 3 & 4
Polishing the Narrative
With their musical “stories” now composed, Grades 3 and 4 have joined the high-gear concert preparations. They are learning that to move an audience, every note must be played with intention. This week, they focused on the transition from the classroom to the stage, ensuring their storytelling remains clear and impactful under the lights.
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Learner Profile: Thinkers – Making intentional choices about dynamics (volume) to better convey the “message” of their songs.
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ATL Skills: Research (Media Literacy) – Using digital recordings of their practice sessions to analyze and adjust their performance technique.
Grades 5 & 6
Dedication and Milestones
This week, our upper elementary students truly demonstrated what it means to be part of a professional production.
Grade 5: The Jewel of Muscat A major highlight has been the Grade 5 preparation for their performance of The Jewel of Muscat. Demonstrating incredible commitment, students have been giving up their lunchtimes to ensure every aspect of the show is perfect. This isn’t just about singing; students have taken on diverse roles as performers, light operators, and stage crew, proving that a musical production is a massive collaborative machine.
Grade 6: The Graduation Song Our Grade 6 students have shifted their focus toward a significant milestone: their Graduation Song. They are fine-tuning this piece not just as a musical exercise, but as a reflection of their journey at ABIS, balancing the technical demands of the song with the emotional weight of the occasion.
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Learner Profile: Balanced – Managing their academic responsibilities alongside the extra time dedicated to rehearsals and technical roles.
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ATL Skills: Social (Collaboration) – Working across different “departments” (lighting, crew, and stage) to ensure a seamless performance.
Director’s Note
The dedication shown this week—especially by those students spending their breaks in the theatre—is a testament to the spirit of ABIS. We are not just preparing for a concert; we are building a legacy of excellence and teamwork.