Music classes for students in grades one through five provide many opportunities for children to perform, create, hear, and study a wide variety of types of music. First and second graders meet for four twenty-five minute class periods in each six-day cycle; third, fourth and fifth graders meet for two fifty minute class periods in each six day cycle. Each of the grade levels presents a concert for their families and friends once during the school year.

Music Curriculum:

The music curriculum is intended to develop music reading skills, provide creative and expressive outlets, and increase knowledge and appreciation of music from a variety of cultures and historical periods. Activities are planned to involve all children in singing, playing instruments, listening, improvising, composing, analyzing, and evaluating music. Frequently, topics studied in social studies, science, art, and reading classes are integrated into the music curriculum. The concerts students present are a reflection of the concepts and skills they have mastered as well as a wonderful opportunity to share the joy of music with the community and to develop the ability to perform in public.