Music
MusicPlay is one of the main resources of the k-6 curriculum. They are offering free student access to their online resource: musicplayonline.com
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June 3rd Message from Ms. Steeves!
Hi everyone! I hope you are all doing well! It's hard to believe we are at the end of our school year! It's certainly been a different one! I've really missed seeing you all, playing instruments and games with you, and I've really, really missed hearing your voices sing.
So this week I'm only sending along one activity that reminds me of you. Please watch and listen to One Voice Children's Choir singing "Memories" by Maroon 5. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.
https://safeYouTube.net/w/HbrJ
I'd like to say a special farewell to our grade 6 students. I feel so lucky to have been your music teacher through the years! I wish you all the best in junior high!
Have a wonderful summer everyone! I can't wait until we are back together again making new memories!!
May 26th Message from Ms. Steeves!
Hi everyone! I hope you are having a good week and getting outdoors to play a lot! On days when you're stuck inside, try some of these music activities!
Sing along with Blue Rodeo in the Great Canadian Singalong. The song is called "Lost Together". Why do you think they chose this song for the virtual singalong?
https://safeYouTube.net/w/h64H
Create! Have fun exploring and creating.
https://musiclab.chromeexperiments.com/
Spring is Here!!
https://safeyoutube.net/w/A1sH
Story time! "Chicka Chicka Boom Boom" is a story/song about the alphabet. Grab an instrument or anything you can use to tap a rhythm and play along on the chorus (chicka chicka boom boom!)
https://safeYouTube.net/w/zxBH
Rhythm and Recess with the NSO (Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra)! This week's show (Wednesday, 11 am) features principal bass player Frank Fusari and the battle of the Basses - double bass vs electric bass! You can view on their Facebook page or using the following YouTube link: http://www.youtube.com/c/NewfoundlandSymphonyOrchestra
May 20th Message from Ms. Steeves!
Hi everyone! I hope you had a nice long week-end! Here are a few music activities you can try this week. Have fun and stay safe!
1. Sing! Are you tired of being home and not seeing your friends? These musicians were feeling the same way and wrote a song about it - "Gotta Be Patient". Sing and dance along with this catchy tune and let your spirits be lifted.
2. Get moving! Here is another body percussion tutorial from Cristian Mejia from Costa Rica.
3. Story time! Listen to a reading of the book "Because". It's about how one thing causes something to happen, and then that thing causes something else to happen! (yes, there is music in this story!)
4. Rhythm and Recess with the NSO (Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra)! Today's show (Wednesday, 11 am) features principal violist Kate Read who will be exploring the composer Bach's life and music! You can view on their Facebook page or using the following YouTube link: http://www.youtube.com/c/NewfoundlandSymphonyOrchestra
If you have missed previous Rhythm and Recess events, all are accessible through the YouTube link.
May 20th Message from Ms. MacDonald
Hello everyone! I hope you are all doing well. Below I have just a few fun Music activities that you may want to try at home!
- Here is a great YouTube video for moving and singing. It is with a teacher named Miss Katie, she also has some great other videos on her channel if you want to check it out :)
Stretch and Sing:
Here's an action song that we've done in class before called Shake Your Sillies Out! The Learning Station has tons of fun videos to dance and sing along with.
Last but not least, why not try a fun Musical Scavenger Hunt at home? Look for the following things around your house:
1. A CD or Cassette Tape
2. A toy that sings or plays a song
3. Any instrument
4. A music symbol or note of any kind
5. Headphones or Earbuds
6. Something that could be played like a drum
7. A microphone or picture of a microphone
8. A movie where the characters sing
9. Any device that can play music
10. Find a member of your family that will sing you a song
11. A place that could be used as a stage
12. Something that reminds you of music class
13. A book that plays songs or has music notes
14. Find music anywhere in your house (TV commercials, movies, radio, etc.)
15. Find something that makes either a high sound or a low sound
Have fun and feel free to send me any pictures of different things you may find on your scavenger hunt :)
Ms. MacDonald
May 12th Message from Ms. Steeves!
Hi all! Here's a bunch of new music activities to keep you busy! As always, there is no pressure to do them - these are suggestions only. Music is a great activity that keeps our minds engaged, our creative energy flowing, and our hearts full! Enjoy!
1. Listen to the Radetzky March by Johann Strauss at https://safeYouTube.net/w/rPfC
Choose any or all of the following activities:
Move around your house as if you are leading a marching band. ♫♬♫♬
Create movement that matches the different sections of the music. Listen for the parts that are quiet and the parts that are loud. ♫♬♫♬
Draw a picture that matches the music. It could be just shapes and colours. ♫♬♫♬
Make up a pattern of ta’s and ti-ti’s. Play along with the music. Change the pattern when the music changes. ♫♬♫♬
Make a list of the instruments that you hear in the music. ♫♬♫♬
If this music was part of a soundtrack to a movie, what would be happening in the scene? ♫♬♫♬
Find three interesting facts about Johann Strauss. ♫♬♫♬
2. Play a game of hot and cold hide and seek using a familiar song! You will need at least 2 players for this game. Choose an object (i.e. small toy, spoon, pencil). Have one person leave the room or close their eyes while the other person hides the object. When the object is hidden, the person can return to the room or open their eyes. Sing a familiar song (i.e. Happy Birthday, Mary Had a Little Lamb, Jingle Bells) to help the person find the object. If they are far from the object, sing softly. As they get closer to the object, sing louder and louder (not yelling! ). Take turns hiding and finding the object with someone in your household!
3. Move to "Believer"! This is a fun routine you can do with a beachball or basketball, maybe even outdoors...soon! Maybe you could make up your own routine! I would love to see it!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1sCVB3YFUSSHmIYdRmd8pbzpVRYbVcdn2/view
4. Music Games! Check out some fun music learning games at this website:
https://pbskids.org/games/music/
Which one did you like the most?
5. Rhythm and Recess with the NSO (Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra)! Tomorrow's show (Wednesday, 11 am) features concertmaster and principal violinist Heather Kao! You can view on their Facebook page or using the following YouTube link: http://www.youtube.com/c/NewfoundlandSymphonyOrchestra
If you have missed previous Rhythm and Recess events, all are accessible through the YouTube link.
May 5th message from Ms. Steeves!
Hello! Did you join in the Music Monday celebrations yesterday? I would love to hear about it if you did! Here are a few new things for you to stay connected to music.
1. Let's Sing! Here are a couple of songs the grade 3 choir were preparing for the festival, but anyone can have fun singing them!
"It's in My Desk"
https://www.jwpepper.com/sheet-music/media-player.jsp?&type=video&productID=1678432
"Springtime" (sing this song extra well and spring might come back!)
musicplayonline.com (it's in the grade 4 section, or just type springtime in the search bar)
The Elementary Choir were learning "Can You Hear Me" . This is a beautiful song incorporating sign language. It has a message of hope and positivity.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4-C-bmjliY
2. NSO Rhythm and Recess: Tomorrow at 11 am grab a snack and tune in to the NSO facebook page or youtube channel for part 2 of Rob Power's percussion overview.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzGrz9HHB13tHjK32-ZO5QA
You can watch previously aired videos too!
3. Get moving! Try this body percussion activity from Costa Rica!
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=13m5iGiMKlQ#menu
4. Make your own instruments!
Below are instructions for making 3 instruments. Maybe you could invent your own instrument!
WATER XYLO:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1U4R-udRVis6yN4dl4Mn_4CJQ9Y5AAYr7nO7owSNOoS0/edit?usp=sharing
GUITAR:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1qKP3Uo5QpWemttbR50yU6tL4EYhIymvEr2bG0uqzlFc/edit?usp=sharing
KAZOO:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Umo_nrJ5j3y4ScvrqJG1K_mkkT55bN7D6S3KFnoJYKY/edit?usp=sharing
Stay safe everyone and have a great week!
April 29th message from Ms. Steeves!
1. From the Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra: Rhythm and Recess week 2 . This week join *Rob Power*, principal percussionist who will take you on a tour of *“The World of Percussion!!” today *Wednesday, April 29, 2020 at 11 am. Our *Rhythm and Recess Series* has now been *added to our online educational resources* and here is a link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NkTaCQBgkFA
2. Today is International Dance day! If you’ve been learning Dance NL’s virtual flash mob dance that I posted on Monday, they are encouraging you and your family to post a video on fb! For more details see:
Or you can celebrate by dancing however you want!! Chicken dance, cha cha slide, Sid Shuffle, Just Dance....Have fun!!!
3. Have a listen and sing along with these amazing Canadian musicians performing “Lean On Me” by the late Bill Withers.
I love this version! Do you know any of the performers? If you are interested, maybe you could pick one or two and learn about them! Maybe you could learn about the composer!
Don’t forget to send me an email if you have any questions, concerns, or want to share how you’ve been making music at home!
April 27th Posting from Ms. Macdonald
Hello Music Students!
I hope each of you are staying safe and having fun during all of this extra time at home! I miss seeing every one of your sweet faces each day. Below, I've included just a few Music activities that you could try at home if you want to keep busy and have a bit of fun at the same time :)
A fun way to get moving while practicing body percussion and keeping the beat!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kNjcdfZu3c0
Go Noodle is an excellent resource for kids with loads of fun dances as well as games and activities to try. Families can sign up for free:
"Choonbaboon" is a fun YouTube channel which includes singing warm ups as well as full sing along videos. Here is the link to the channel:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIPyu4547IuyQh_VaqnVL8w/videos
And here is the link to one of my favorite Choonbaboon warm up videos that is great if you want to get your voice as well as body warmed up before singing!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rm3mHp7cWbw
Feel free to send me an email if you have any questions or concerns at all.
Thanks!
- Ms. MacDonald
April 27th Posting from Ms. Steeves
Only sending out one thing today since Ms. McDonald sent out some great links this morning. Please remember- there is no pressure on parents and students to do these things. They are just some fun activities to do if you choose! Stay safe and have a great day!
Let’s Dance! International Dance Day is April 29. To celebrate, Dance NL are planning a virtual flash mob. Here is a link to the YouTube tutorial!
April 24th Posting from Ms. Steeves
*MUSIC MONDAY CONTEST*
In addition to the many activities Coalition Canada are preparing for Music Monday on May 4 (https://coalitioncanada.ca/musicmonday/en/home-2020-online/), the MSIC (Music Special Interest Council) have a special contest just for K-12 students in Newfoundland and Labrador.
"Hey, NLESD students! How are you making music at home? Share a picture or video of you making music at home (on Twitter or Instagram) and use our hashtag #MusicMondayAtHomeNL and you will be entered to win a $25 gift card for iTunes/Google Play."
Some extra information:
- Students should ask permission from their parent/guardian before submitting pictures or videos.
- If students don't have a social media account, they can ask their parent/guardian to share the picture/video instead.
- If students don't feel comfortable sharing their face or voice, they don't have to! Things like a picture of your music-making space or your instrument, drawing some music notes, sharing your favourite song, etc., will all be counted as an entry as long as it includes our hashtag, #MusicMondayAtHomeNL.
- Posts on Facebook will be included, but it is more difficult for us to re-post these since our main sharing account on this platform is private. We will monitor the hashtag on Facebook to be safe.
- One entry per student.
There will be 10 prizes awarded at $25 each.
- Contest winners will be RANDOMLY selected using an online generator.
- Winners will be contacted + shared on our social media pages (FB, Twitter, Instagram) on May 5th, 2020.
- Winners will have the option between iTunes or Google Play.
- Prizes will be sent digitally to the best of our ability.
- If we are unable to reach a winner by June 5th, 2020, we will re-draw for their prize.
- The contest is open now and will finish at 11:59pm local time on May 4th, 2020.
Please let us know if you have any questions. We can't wait to see the many ways students are making music at home!
Here is a link to the Facebook post: https://www.facebook.com/116227166418600/posts/253013756073273/?d=n
April 21, 2020
Another message from Ms Steeves. This message is time sensitive, as the opportunity is happening tomorrow morning
Tomorrow morning at 11:00 am you can join the Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra’s first "RHYTHM AND RECESS" broadcast session featuring NSO Assistant Concertmaster, Dominic Greene, sharing various musical styles of fiddle playing (and their cultural influences) from around Newfoundland and Labrador!
Wednesday, April 22, 11am (NDT)
Watch on Facebook Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra or on You Tube - https://youtu.be/UEhCezORJRk
Here are some music activities from Ms. Steeves on April 21!
1. Boom Snap Clap! Learn this body percussion rhythm activity. Two versions:
*By yourself. Boom-two hands tap chest. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=XuZEspOEVtc
*With a partner:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=dVgNd0kvK7k
2. Story time
The Remarkable Farkle McBride by John Lithgow
Listen and watch the story. Which instrument was your favorite? Why?
Draw a picture of you playing an instrument!
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=oM5pmq5nr1Q
3. Sing “The Rainbow Connection”. I haven’t been able to stop thinking about this song since I sent home the “rhythm rainbow” activity. It’s one of my favorite songs!
Two versions:
* Kermit, with lyrics on the screen
*Kermit and Tori Kelly duet
Here are some music activities from Ms. Steeves on April 7th
1. Rhythm Rainbow
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1AA1CM3JgplCZADeDGO6r4MbLEV74zUTMI5QnkM-d11M/edit?usp=sharing--
2. Percussion play-along to the Can-Can
No percussion instruments at home? You can use things like boxes, cans, and cutlery!
https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=IyhsTdfEL1E
3. Story time
Listen and watch The Music in Me. If you want, share a picture or video of you expressing the music in YOU by playing an instrument, making sound with something around the house or dancing to the music.
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kd2zUjhQddk](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kd2zUjhQddk)
4. Easter!
Go to the musicplayonline.com site, click on the “units” link (should be on the left side), then click on “Easter”. You will find lots of songs and activities. Don’t worry about the grade level categories as they are just a rough guideline. I often use the same song with many different grades! One of my favorites is “Easter Bunny Hops Along”. The person playing the “Easter Bunny” hides an egg during the song while everyone else closes their eyes. At the end of the song, search for the hidden egg!