The 5th Grade Recorder Club began rehearsing yesterday with 20 students showing up for our first after-school rehearsal! It was so exciting to see so many fifth graders volunteer to take part in a musical enrichment activity that requires additional study outside the classroom.
The purpose of the Recorder Club at Chets Creek Elementary is two-fold. The first is to allow the students to complete the "Recorder Karate" program they began last year and test out of the music through "black belt." The second is to provide a more in-depth learning environment for them to take their recorder playing skills to the next level and showcase their talent in our community. The criteria for membership in this club is 80% mastery of the recorder in 4th grade, including note-reading skills, rhythmic-reading skills, playing with a good tone on the instrument, having a good attitude and a willingness to practice at home.
Last year, the Chets Creek Recorder Club played at several venues around town including the Jacksonville International Airport's "Holiday Fest," "Chets Creek Night" at BJs Wholesale Warehouse Club and they provided pre-show music for all second grade performances of "Paint the Town December" at school.
It is with great anticipation that we begin a new season of recorder study which will enhance student learning and prepare them for music performances during their middle school years.
Until next time...
1 comment:
I know the kids love the recorder club, as I have watched some of my guys and gals beam endlessly when engaged in anything "recorder". Last year, K-Man nearly talked my ear off about your trip to the airport, I think!
Anyway, I love what you are doing, and I have already seen recorders unsheathed and in action this year. My only request; please play AC/DC's "It's a Long Way to the Top", as the recorders would be a great replacement for the bagpipes used on the album.
Peace,
T-Cubed
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