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QUARTER 1:
Through learning the process and technique of playing Xylophones and other classroom instruments, 6th Grade students will learn an arrangement of "Don't Stop Believin'" by the 80's pop band Journey.
208 Don't Stop Believin'.mp4In practicing their xylophone skills, these 6th graders are concentrating on holding their mallets like "motorbikes" and trying to play "alternating sticks."
Quarter 2: Arts Residency
6th Grade Arts Residency with The Revival Improv Theatre
6th Grade Arts Residency with The Revival Improv Theatre
We have partnered with The Revival Improv Theatre for the 6th grade residency in music class this year. Instructors Ms. Rosie and Ms. Cassidy lead the students through improv games like "Zip Zap Zop" and "Yes, And..." In the photos below, you'll see the 6th graders working with partners and groups to form letters of the alphabet and other objects like a cat, school bus, pirate ship, and ceiling fan! It's a treat to watch the 6th graders working together and gaining the courage and confidence to participate.
Quarter 3: Using the Little Kids Rock program, students explore chord fingering and chord progressions by learning basic chords on the Ukulele. At the end of the unit, students will have an opportunity to pick a song of their choice to learn, then teach to a classmate.
Ukuleles
Ukuleles
Forming the correct shape for chord fingerings can be challenging! On top of that, students have to strum the strings AND switch chords in time with the music. It's a lot to think about. Playing an instrument like the ukulele is an excellent way to make mind-body connections and build pathways across the midline in the developing brain.
Quarter 3:
Quarter 3:
6th Grade students are using 5-gallon buckets donated from the local Home Depot to practice rhythm reading and drumming skills.
Bucket Drumming
Bucket Drumming
Students practice drumming on different surfaces of the bucket: top, rim, and sides. They are also learning to recognize and read intermediate rhythmic notation, as well as practicing their playing fluency and stick tricks.
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