Students continue their exploration of Minstrel Shows, the good parts and bad. Oklahoma is due 11/12. This week we learn about the Minstrel Shows that were held her in Rye, NH and we learn about the music of Stephen Foster, one of the great songwriters of the age. Drumming, vocabulary words, and understanding Copyright Laws.
7th grade
Drumming, Ukeleles and music from Outer Space. We are learning basic uke technique and music reading. We are learning about music through music written for outer space.
6th grade
We are starting our unit on learning music through the music of India. Drumming, cup rhythms, body percussion and singing. We keep working on basic piano keyboard skills and reading music.