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Music

September 13, 2023

At Earl Grey School, students from Grade 1 to Grade 8 participate in the music program.

Students in Grades 1-3 are exposed to a wide variety of musical experiences including singing, movement, drama and instrumental play. Through these experiences they discover their singing voice, develop basic music literacy skills, cultivate curiosity and creativity, and have a lot of fun!

In Grades 4-6, the fun and learning continue as students build on what they know. Students begin learning how explore music through drums, glockenspiels, and working towards creating their own musical compositions. Students additionally learn more advanced skills and begin to learn note-reading with the introduction of the soprano recorder. 

In Grades 7-8, students learn to play the guitar. Students in guitar class learn everything from how to play tablature and chords both solo and with a group to how to tune and restring a guitar. Guitar students have numerous performance and peer teaching opportunities throughout the year to enhance their skills and further their musical learning.

At all levels, students are encouraged to grow in the areas of

  • Music language and performance skills
  • Creative expression
  • An awareness of music in context, and
  • Valuing musical experiences


ARTS EXPLOSION 

Arts Explosion is an exciting opportunity for students grade 1-6 to enhance their love of art and foster arts education. 

Once every school day cycle, all students participate in one hour of art classes taught by members of Earl Grey staff who have arts knowledge and experience to share! Students mix with their peers from other classrooms to experience art disciplines such as visual art, drama, music, or mindfulness! 


CONCERTS

Earl Grey School hosts two whole-school concerts each year that feature student singing, acting, dancing, and playing instruments!

Earl Grey concerts are a wonderful opportunity to showcase student learning, and additionally to build performance skills and experience. Students will participate in rehearsals to prepare for a live show with professional lighting and sound to celebrate their artistic achievements! 


The concert dates for the 2023-24 school year are Thursday, December 14 and Thursday, April 25. 

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