Again this fall, students at Nightingale Elementary will be taking part in CBC's Canadian Music Class Challenge
The Canadian Music Class Challenge is a nationwide initiative put forth by the CBC each year to promote the exploration and celebration of Canadian talent in music rooms all across Canada.
Each year the CBC releases a list of songs eligible to be covered as a part of this challenge. They invite music teachers all across the country to have their students learn and perform a Canadian song from that list. It is a great opportunity for practical, engaging learning, as well as providing schools a chance to win prize funds for their programs.
The video performances will be conducted within BC's health and safety guidelines, while also considering the BCMEA's Guidance for Music Classrooms standards.
THE SONGS
Little Spruce
A sweet song from BC's very own Rachelle van Zanten. It talks about the importance of caring for each other, and our world.
This song will be sung by the K-3 students from Divisions 5-12.
For those looking to practice at home, the song is recorded 5 steps lower than we'll be singing it. This recording is in the key of G, and we'll bring it up to the key of C.
Somehow Someway
Somehow Someway was penned by the winner of CBC's 2022 Searchlight competition Chad Price. We will be interpreting this song a little differently than performed, though will stay true to the spirit of the piece. The lyrics talk about looking to the future and overcoming the obstacles and insecurities of the present.
It will be performed by grade 4-7 students from Divisions 1-5.
OUR ENTRIES
Below find our submissions to the 2022 Canadian Music Class Challenge!
A big thank you to all teachers who helped in the preparation, scheduling, and filming for this challenge; and as well to all the parents who sung these songs at home with your kids.
Thanks for supporting music at Nightingale!
Little Spruce
Our entry into the Primary Vocal category for this year.
Click the link and give it a thumbs up on YouTube!
Somehow Someway
Our entry into the Elementary Vocal category for this year.
Click the link and give it a thumbs up on YouTube!
If you're curious about who won, let's congratulate some local schools!
Sir Wilfred Laurier Elementary
Winners of three (!!) categories, click below to see their amazing choral program shine!
Paper Heart
Winners for the Primary Vocal Category (K-3)
Nikamo
Winners for the Elementary Vocal Category (4-6)
Little Spruce
Winners for the Junior Vocal Category (7-10)
*even though this ensemble is grade 6-7 they beat out all other groups consisting of grade 7-10 students!
Dr. Annie B. Jameson Elementary
Second prize in the Junior Instrumental category. Which is amazing considering they are an Elementary school and beat out all other submissions consisting of grade 7-10 students!