Elementary Music

K-1 - In this class students use
movement, instruments, and songs to introduce them to the world of
music. It is a fast paced class where students are introduced to
many different styles of music. Students get the opportunity to
participate in two concerts where they showcase some of the things they
have learned.
Second Grade- Students get to start
using more instruments and learning the basics of music notation.
Through the use of movement, dance, songs, and modeling, students learn
some of the fundamentals of music. Students in this class also learn
more specific things about how to sing. Students also get the
opportunity to participate in two concerts where the get to showcase
some of the things the have learned.
Third Grade- Students learn more
about other countries and cultures through music. They are introduced to
recorders and learn how to play simple melodies. Students build on their
knowledge of music notation and practice reading and playing music.
Students have the opportunity to participate in two concerts where they
get to showcase some of the things they have learned.
Fourth Grade- Students use their
recorders on a more regular basis. They learn how to play individually
and as a group. Students in this class get to help direct the Christmas
musical. This group gets the main speaking parts and they are
responsible for helping the younger students with the program. Students
in this class also get the opportunity to participate in two concerts
where they get to showcase some of things they have learned.