Watch episode 6 of the Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra's Rhythm and Recess. This episode features the Orchestra's principal bass player Frank Fusari and the battle of the bases.
Click the link above to bring you to a fun video where you'll hear a great version of a famous Star Wars tune.
Click the link above to bring you to the Hangman Instruments Quiz on the website Musictechteacher.com.
Watch episode 5 of the Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra's Rhythm and Recess. This episode features the Orchestra's principal violist Kate Read.
Violin vs. Viola
Now that you've watched this week's video from Violist Kate Read and last week's video from violinist Heather Kao think about what is the difference between a violin and a viola? Many people mix these two instruments up. Click the two links below to watch short videos on the difference between a violin and viola.
Answer the following question and email me your answer at kristacroke@nlesd.ca
List 3 differences in a viola and a violin.
Click the above link to watch the Newfoundland Symphony Orchestras series Rhythm and Recess. This week you will listen to the NSO's concertmaster and principal first violinist Heather Kao.
Click the link above to bring you to a short rhythm counting review. You will notice they call a whole note a ta-a-a-a and a half note ta-a. We usually say Great-Big-Whole-Note and To-oo. Don't worry that these are different, both are correct. You will also notice that they have combined ti-ti's together which is also common.
Click the link above to bring you to the Classics for Kids website. Click where it says "Open Instruments of the Orchestra". Have fun!
Marvelous Musical Podcost: Mozart
Let's revisit one of the most influential composers of all time! Click the link above to listen to a hilarious podcast about the amazing Mozart.
Composer Challange: While listening to the podcast find the answer to the following question: How old was Mozart when his first opera premiered? email your answer to kristacroke@nlesd.ca.
Our very own Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra presents a new series Rhythm and Recess. Click the link above to hear from the NSO's top percussionist Rob Power. This is part 2 of a 2 part episode.
Incredibox is a fun interactive website! take some time to revisit incredibox website this week.
Click the link above to visit MusicPlayOnline. Find the section" Song list" and scroll down to number 99. This is a traditional Newfoundland folk song. Have a listen and try singing along.
Draw a picture based on the lyrics of the song. You may choose a picture that shows the full song or maybe just one section. If you are able to, take a picture of your drawing and email it to me at kristacroke@nlesd.ca
Music Monday at Home - Student Contest - Monday May 4th!!
Click the link above to take you to a fun contest you can do at home to celebrate Music Monday. I would also love to see your pictures! Email me at kristacroke@nlesd.ca
Our very own Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra presents a new series Rhythm and Recess. Click the link above to hear from the NSO's top percussionist Rob Power.
Click the link above to play Rhythm Basketball.
Click the link above to bring you to Musicplay's website activity Melody Composition. During this time MusicPlay Canada is offering free use of their website lessons. There are lots are great activities on this website: Musicplayonline.com
Music Monday at Home - Student Contest!!
Click the link above to take you to a fun contest you can do at home to celebrate Music Monday.
Our very own Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra presents a new series Rhythm and Recess. Click the link above to hear from Maestro Marc David who we were so lucky to have come speak to us at EPE this winter! The NSO will be presenting a new Rhythm and Recess session every Wednesday at 11:00. Every week I will post the previous week's session here in case you missed it!
Click the link above to bring you to a fun game to test your musical listening.
Click on the link above to bring you to a composer gallery. Find the composer Hector Berlioz read through his biography and then listen to an excerpt of his music by clicking on the picture of an ear. Answer the following question: What was the name of Hector Berlioz most famous work? Email your answer to: kristacroke@nlesd.ca
Click the link about to bring you "Classics for Kids" - pages on one of the greatest composers ever to live. Read through his biography and click on the listening examples. Use the links included on the page to learn more but watching, reading and listening.
Use the link above to play a fun game to test your knowledge of the instruments of the orchestra. When the game is finished you will hear another excerpt from Mozart (The Magic Flute).
Click the link ablove to bring you to a fun game to test your instrument knowledge!
Click the link above to have fun and learn with an Iteractive Orchestra.
Instruments of the orchestra power point
Review the instruments of the orchestra, click on the link above.
Can you name the musical terms for soft and loud? Here's a great review of dynamics!