Music and Performing Arts
- Singing – Solo, unison, and two-part harmony songs will be learned and performed. Students will learn elements of rhythm, pitch, intervals, dynamic levels, and simple sight-reading techniques.
- Dancing – Students will learn choreography and be able to execute simple dance steps.
- Drama – Students will memorize and perform lines in simple plays. Three productions will occur each year and all students will be assigned character parts to portray in each production.
- Performance – The program will be performance-based to afford all students the opportunity for on-stage successful experiences which require teamwork and build confidence. Students will participate in three musical plays each year which will be performed for parents and the community. These will be performed in the fall, during the holiday season in December, and in the spring.
- Music theory – Students will learn to identify notes, rests, and music symbols, and will be afforded the opportunity to have simple ear-training experiences. Clapping various rhythms, marching, and movement to various beats will also be included.
- Orchestra and band instruments will be identified.
- The recorder will be used as an instrument which can be taught in the classroom to a group in 5th grade. Orff Mallet Instruments and hand drums will also be taught in class
- Students will have exposure to famous composers from various periods (e.g. Baroque, Classical, Renaissance, etc.).
- Students will be afforded the opportunity to attend an opera, an orchestra performance, a ballet, and/or a stage play every year.
- Students will create their own simple compositions.
