This week, the music room at Al Batinah International School was alive with rhythm, movement, and melody as students across all grade levels engaged in exciting musical explorations. From discovering new songs to developing their understanding of rhythm and notation, our young musicians have been busy making music come to life!

KG1 & KG2: Moving and Singing with Joy 🎶🕺

Our youngest learners embraced music with movement and singing this week! Through playful activities, they developed their ability to respond to music through movement, discovering how different sounds and beats can influence the way they move. Their singing voices are growing stronger as they explore new songs, learning to match pitch and express themselves musically.

Grade 1: Reading, Playing, and Moving to Music 🎵📖

Grade 1 students took their first steps into reading music notation and rhythms, an exciting milestone in their musical journey! They also learned to play simple songs, reinforcing their understanding of beats and rhythm through instrumental practice. Additionally, they sang new songs and explored expressive movement, bringing music to life through body expression.

Grade 2: Rhythm Games, Singing, and Creative Movement 🥁🎤

Rhythm was the focus for our Grade 2 musicians this week! Through engaging rhythm games, they strengthened their sense of timing and coordination. They also sang new songs to expand their vocal repertoire and explored creative movement, allowing them to connect music with physical expression in fun and imaginative ways.

Grade 3-6: Exploring Global Sounds and Instruments 🌎🎸

Grade 3 students embarked on an exciting musical journey around the world, learning about music from different cultures. They continued developing their instrumental skills, experimenting with new techniques and refining their playing. Their rhythm work was further consolidated through drumming and body percussion, reinforcing their understanding of beat, tempo, and rhythm patterns.

Looking Ahead…

Next week promises more musical discoveries as we continue our exploration of rhythm, melody, and creative expression. Whether through movement, singing, playing instruments, or exploring music from different traditions, every student at Al Batinah International School is growing in their musical confidence and creativity!

🎼 Stay tuned for more updates from our music classroom! 🎼