Week 19

As we approach the end of January, the units grades 3,4, and 5 have been studying are coming to a close. Here's a recap of the last two months:

Grade 3: Third grade has been focusing on reading and writing music. Students have played instruments in rhythmic patterns based on their own names, and have used basic composition skills to write a piece as a class.

Grade 4: Fourth grade has added low D and E on the recorder. All students are practicing the new notes with a partner in class, and are playing together for Ms. Katie.

Grade 5: Fifth grade has learned percussion techniques on four types of samba instruments: surdo (bass drum), agogo (two-tone bell), tamborim (high drum), and ganza (shaker). Each student has chosen two instruments on which to focus, and each instrument group has written a new part for their instrument.