Spartan Star Assembly 4-2-2014

The Kindergarten Kids sang "I'll Be There" by Teresa Jennings (Plank Road Publishing)

The First Graders sang "Be A Friend" by John Riggio (Plank Road Publishing)

Second Graders sang "My Personal Code" by Teresa Jennings (Plank Road Publishing)

I am so happy to have the opportunity not only for the students to get songs "performance ready" but even more importantly to perform for their peers.  The songs are carefully chosen to reflect our Spartan Star values, and provide excellent teachable moments discussing the words and how they apply.

Rhythm Unit I CAN statements

With the conclusion of our rhythm unit, these are the "I CAN" statements for the first and second graders.
The Kindergarten kids had a brief introduction to the quarter note, quarter rest, and beamed eighth notes, and learned about clapping and "saying" the rhythms (ta, shh, ti-ti)  They also were "composers of rhythm".
While many of the same music concepts are taught each year, I use some different activities to deepen the students' knowledge, understanding and application as they progress through CE/MPS.

Here's a sneak peek at our next concept... Note Reading on the Treble Clef Staff!

I've found that Go Animate is a great tool for creating engaging content delivery!

reVoiced entertained the Elementary Campus

reVoiced delighted our K-2 audience!

Here are the details from Anne Nichols for their upcoming performance on Saturday, March 15!

 Saturday, March 15 at 7:00 PM the McFarland Music Department

welcomes reVoiced! the latest and greatest a cappella sensation! These 5

gentlemen have been members of numerous a cappella ensembles, including

The Cat's Pajamas and Rockapella!  

For ticket purchases, go to [ http://www.showtix4u.com ]www.showtix4u.com and

look for reVoiced!  Tickets are on sale beginning February 1 through March

15 at noon.  Tickets will also be available at the door, beginning at 6:00

PM on March 15.  Price: $12.00 for adults and $8.00 for Students and

Seniors (60 and over)  A portion of the tickets sales benefit the

McFarland K-12 Music Department.  

Rhythm Trainer for 2nd graders

As an extension learning opportunity for our rhythm unit, second graders are encouraged to work on Rhythm Trainer      http://www.therhythmtrainer.com/  and email me results of at least 50 rhythms completed.  My school email is kathryn_kellen@mcfarland.k12.wi.us
This is fun, and FREE!  :)

So Proud of First Graders!!

Defying flooding in the stairwell from our unpredictable winter weather, the first graders rose to the occasion and gave an amazing performance!!

5:30 Performance

Brezenski, Knapp, Olson, Rotunno

6:30 Performance

Froden, Juszczyk, Mandli, Schimanski

First Grade Music Program Thursday, February 20th!!

Doors to the Primary School will open no earlier than 5:15 pm

At 5:30, classes include Mrs. Brezenski’s , Mrs. Knapp’s, Mrs.Rotunno’s, and Mrs. Olson’s.

At 6:30, classes include Mrs. Froden’s, Mrs. Juszczyk’s’s, Mrs. Mandli’s, and Mrs. Schimanski’s.

This is an informal performance, giving families a taste of what we do in music class!  Each class will be featured on stage in one song, and sing as backup, sitting on the carpeted floor of the gym for the rest of the songs. Students may dress up for the program, but will want to wear something comfortable for movement. Please take your child’s coat with you to your seat

Songs include:  "We Are Making Music" "One Zero Zero"  "Footprints in the Snow"  "If You Build It"  "Winter Fun" "Forever Friends"

If you are interested in purchasing the songs for extra practice for your child, click on this link.  K8 KidTunes

Second Grade Program (non-professional) Videos

 5:30 Performance

Kramper, Schmidt, Huber-Drake, Bailey

6:30 Performance

Paley, Wisniewski, Garvoille/Beckwith, Adams

Huge thanks to Tom Kellen for video recording!

Simply couldn't be prouder of these 2nd graders!!!