Questions? Contact Mrs. Maris via email - amaris@cusd201.org 

Save the Date - Grade Level Concerts

I am so excited to share the dates for this year's grade level concerts! These concerts are a great opportunity for all students to get performance experience, learn how to work together to put on a show, and sing some fun songs with their friends on stage. All students from each grade level are invited to perform with their classes.  Please look at the dates below and mark your calendars for some evenings of music and fun!

Because the concerts are evening events, I understand that not all students may be able to attend. However, attendance is definitely encouraged! 

All performances will be at Westmont High School.

Sing, Dance, Play, Create!

Outside of concert preparations, my curriculum for K-5 revolves around the Orff-Schulwerk process. In the music room, students will participate by Singing, Dancing, Playing, and Creating. Here's what that looks like: 

SING: Students will be able to sing songs for performance, for practice, and for fun!

DANCE: Students will be able to move their bodies through space in a way that matches the sounds of the music. 

PLAY: Students will utilize unpitched percussion instruments and barred instruments to add to songs we learn.

CREATE: Students will be able to create their own musical ideas, whether it is by improvising on the spot or planning and executing their own compositions. 

Bottom line: all children, no matter the age or perceived musical ability, are musical - and everyone is capable of making music!

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