ATTENTION PARENTS! Here's some info I'd like you to know:
1. Georgia Children's Chorus is holding ongoing auditions for boys and girls with treble voices , ages 8-18. If you are interested in having your child try out or wish to find out more info, contact the GCC office at 706-542-8711 or email gcc@uga.edu Rehearsals are held in Athens.
2. In my music classes, I award a "Noteworthy" to children who answer questions, help pass out papers, are especially kind to others, etc. Children fill out a "noteworthy" coupon and drop it in my bucket and at the end of each month, I draw out several names. These students are then permitted to choose a small prize from my treasure chest. If you would like to contribute small items from the dollar store to help replenish my goodies, I would greatly appreciate it!
3. If you are aware of any musical opportunities for elementary aged children (concerts, audition choirs, workshops, for example), contact me and I will do my best to post the info on my blog. Also, if your child has won a musical award, please let me know that as well! I love to share good news!
Musically Yours,
Mrs. Debbie Dyer
Tuesday, September 24, 2013
Thursday, September 12, 2013
Music and Dance Go Hand-in-Hand!
In my music classes, we engage in many forms of dance and movement. American folk dances are some of my favorites! Here's why:
1. Folk dancing is part of our American heritage! Before computers, ipads, iphones, and modern technology, singing and dancing and playing musical instruments were the main form of entertainment.
2. Listening skills are increased--The calls (directions) are given by the caller (person giving directions) and students must immediately perform the dance moves.
3. Social skills are practiced--Boys and girls learn to bow and curtsy, and also how to dance with different people of both genders.
4. Students learn the basic music skill of "keeping the beat"! Most folk dances have a strong, well-defined beat.
5. Children are MOVING! Many times, students come to me after having done desk work for an hour or so, and dancing re-energizes them!
6. Folk dancing is FUN! Ask your child, almost all my students LOVE to folk dance!
Here's a short video of a 3rd grade class performing "Heel-Toe Polka":
http://youtu.be/I8LgjAcPUUE
1. Folk dancing is part of our American heritage! Before computers, ipads, iphones, and modern technology, singing and dancing and playing musical instruments were the main form of entertainment.
2. Listening skills are increased--The calls (directions) are given by the caller (person giving directions) and students must immediately perform the dance moves.
3. Social skills are practiced--Boys and girls learn to bow and curtsy, and also how to dance with different people of both genders.
4. Students learn the basic music skill of "keeping the beat"! Most folk dances have a strong, well-defined beat.
5. Children are MOVING! Many times, students come to me after having done desk work for an hour or so, and dancing re-energizes them!
6. Folk dancing is FUN! Ask your child, almost all my students LOVE to folk dance!
Here's a short video of a 3rd grade class performing "Heel-Toe Polka":
http://youtu.be/I8LgjAcPUUE
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