4th

In fourth grade we go from the ta, ti-ti rhythmic system to numbers. We add to their prior knowledge and are able to create and perform very complex rhythmic pieces. We study Beethoven, Brahms, Copland, Stravinsky and other composers not covered in earlier grades as they hone their own composition skills.

Our student teacher is a professional drummer, which is great timing for them to learn the drum pads. We will be composing and playing their rhythmic pieces.

I love seeing the fourth grade skill set grow as many of them opt to join band and chorus. In general music class we try to recognize how music and life go together, that they are not separate. They learn how to listen in profound and meaningful ways to the music we study and their insight always astounds me.