Our youngest musicians have been discovering rhythm through play!<\/p>\n
We explored rhythms around the world \u2014 from the sounds of trains chugging<\/b> and footsteps walking<\/b> to the steady beat in our favorite songs. Through rhythm games, the children practiced starting and stopping together<\/b>, learning to listen and respond as a team.<\/p>\n
This week, we also played with dynamics (loud and soft)<\/b> and tempo (fast and slow)<\/b>, using our bodies and instruments to show how music can move and change. It\u2019s been joyful watching our KG learners find their inner beat!<\/p>\nGrade 1 \u2013 Moving to Music and Making Meaning<\/b><\/h3>\n
Grade 1 students are learning that music is movement, expression, and teamwork.<\/p>\n
They explored tempo<\/b> (fast\/slow) and dynamics<\/b> (loud\/soft) while practicing how to start and stop together<\/b> in performance. Using their bodies and creative movements<\/b>, students responded to different musical moods \u2014 sometimes fast like the wind, sometimes slow like a sleepy lullaby.<\/p>\n
We\u2019re beginning to create our own rhythms and movement pieces<\/b>, helping students see that music is a language that comes from both heart and body.<\/p>\nGrade 2 \u2013 Composers and Storytellers<\/b><\/h3>\n
Our Grade 2 musicians reflected on what it means to perform together as a group \u2014 listening, following, and sharing ideas.<\/p>\n
They have been writing music using graphic scores<\/b>, turning pictures into sounds to create expressive soundscapes. Through this process, students learned how music can represent emotions and identity<\/b>.<\/p>\n
We ended the week with peer reflections<\/b>, where students shared thoughts on each other\u2019s soundscapes \u2014 a beautiful moment of appreciation and creative growth.<\/p>\nGrade 3 \u2013 Reading, Playing, and Performing<\/b><\/h3>\n
Grade 3 has been focusing on music notation and recorder technique<\/b>. \ud83c\udfbc<\/p>\n
Students are learning how to read rhythms and notes<\/b>, maintain good posture, and use proper breathing while playing.<\/p>\n
We\u2019ve been working in small groups to peer-assess recorder performances<\/b>, giving kind and constructive feedback. Singing practice continues to strengthen their musical ear, and we\u2019re starting to discuss musical personalities<\/b> \u2014 how different instruments and voices have their own \u201ccharacter.\u201d<\/p>\nGrade 4 \u2013 Ukulele Journeys<\/b><\/h3>\n
Our Grade 4 students are diving into the ukulele<\/b> \u2014 exploring chords, strumming patterns, and ensemble playing<\/b>.<\/p>\n
Performing together<\/b> has been a major focus, as learners practice listening carefully to stay in sync with classmates.<\/p>\n
They\u2019re also developing skills in peer assessment<\/b>, learning to give feedback that is both positive and specific. The classroom is filled with the cheerful sound of strings and growing confidence!<\/p>\nGrades 5 & 6 \u2013 Musicians in the Making<\/b><\/h3>\n
Upper primary musicians have been working hard on instrument studies focused on technique and ensemble performance<\/b>.<\/p>\n
Whether on keyboards, percussion, or voice, students are refining tone, posture, and precision while performing together<\/b>.<\/p>\n
Peer assessments<\/b> encourage reflection on personal growth and ensemble unity. Singing continues to be a joyful part of each lesson, helping students connect emotionally to music and to one another.<\/p>\nMusic Across All Grades<\/b><\/h3>\n
Across the school, our learners are discovering that music is not just sound \u2014 it\u2019s communication, cooperation, and creativity. From steady beats to self-expression, every student is finding their unique musical voice.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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