Music at Wild Rose

Welcome to the Wild Rose General Music page!  Wild Rose students in Kindergarten through 5th grade attend music twice a week for 40 minutes. In our time together we will be learning about basic elements of music such as rhythm, melody, harmony, form, and timbre. Students will be busy listening, moving, playing, sharing, and experimenting with music. They will be creating music, performing it, responding to it, and making connections through it. My hope is that students will have a greater understanding of what comprises music and will see themselves as the musicians they are. 

Why Music - Music is an integral part of all cultures and is an important part of the human experience. It is unique among the arts and sciences in its ability to elicit emotion; provoke thought; foster creativity; develop interpersonal awareness; transcend time, place, and language; and make that which is intangible tangible. It is a cornerstone of civilization and an important part of a well-rounded curriculum. 

About Mrs. Lenning 

My name is Sharon Lenning and I am excited to be teaching at Wild Rose for my 7th year.   I began my career in Fairfax County, VA and have also taught in my home town of St. Louis, MO.  This is my 8th year teaching in St. Charles CUSD 303 . I am the mother of two sons who are both currently attending UIUC.  In my free time I enjoy reading and singing in my church choir.