Music Events and Concerts
Opportunities for families to visit PSI and see their children engaged in music projects!
*subject to change. More details will be emailed as dates get closer. Feel free to email any questions to davis.david@slpschools.org
Kindergarten: Spring Sing, end of May
1st Grade: Student-created drum calls, February
2nd Grade: Solfege Singalong BINGO: Dec./Jan
3rd Grade: Music Instrument Presentations: April
4th Grade: Elder's Wisdom Children's Song Concert: Mon. May 6th, 6:30pm, Middle School Auditorium
5th Grade: Student-chosen cover bands: Thurs. June 6th, PSI Celebration of Learning
“New models of music education need to focus on individual student musical learning where formal, public performance is significantly reduced, if not eliminated, and replaced with a variety of methods where classroom activities can be shared with others in more meaningful ways.” - David A. Williams, Music Educators Journal
"If curriculum is primarily based on concerts, then it is judged from outside the lived experience of students. Something goes missing when we focus our attention on external valuations of [music] more than the personal values that animate the participants." - Randall E. Allsup, Professor of Music Education
“Too often our music classes place the strongest emphasis on musical performance products of large ensembles. That focus can leave [students] with little more in their hands than trophies and fond memories. Schools should provide them the inspiration and skills to continue active, vibrant musical lives after school ends. Preparing students to become amateur adult musicians equips them with the abilities to make music independently and in small groups, for their own personal enjoyment, in a variety of styles (especially those they choose), with modern instruments.” - Tom FitzStephens, Atlanta music teacher