K-1 “Save to Celebrate” Showcase Event
Your student has been diligently working on how to be a creator, learner, and appreciator of music; now it is time for them to be a performer! All High Plains Kindergarten & 1st-grade students will contribute to our upcoming Showcase Event by presenting a concert! Showcases are new for High Plains this year - think of it as an open house-style opportunity for us to show you what students have been doing in all four of their “specials” classes (music, physical education, art, and innovation). All specials have chosen to teach and have students present something about our planet, and how to protect our planet so we can use it for many more years to come.
This will be the only concert performance of the year for K-1, and we are excited to kick off the showcase event with music selected that represents our theme. Here are some details you need to be aware of before the big night.
“Save to Celebrate” Showcase Event
Wednesday, March 8th from 6:00-7:00 pm
High Plains School (beginning in the Bison Cafe`)
doors open at 5:30, call time for performers is 5:45, with the concert starting at 6:00
Please reach out to one of the music teachers below if you have any questions.
Shawna Lemons
HPS General Music & Band Director
shawna.lemons@tsd.org
Aimee Woods
HPS & RVS Choir/Drama and HPS Kinder Music
aimee.woods@tsd.org
Brandon Graese
HPS Music Student-Teacher
brandon.graese@tsd.org
This will be the only concert performance of the year for K-1, and we are excited to kick off the showcase event with music selected that represents our theme. Here are some details you need to be aware of before the big night.
“Save to Celebrate” Showcase Event
Wednesday, March 8th from 6:00-7:00 pm
High Plains School (beginning in the Bison Cafe`)
doors open at 5:30, call time for performers is 5:45, with the concert starting at 6:00
- Please drop your student off at HPS by 5:45 pm. They need to report to their classroom where they will find their teacher and will be supervised/rehearsing/preparing until the concert begins. You are more than welcome to head to the Bison Cafe` and take your seats. Please remember space is limited in our Bison Cafe` - share the area.
- Students will need to wear their HPS music shirt (which is blue) and all black on the bottom (dress pants, black jeans/leggings, skirts, etc.). If you need to purchase a music shirt, please send $5 to the music room with the attached order form, and we will get your musician a shirt.
- Please visit our music website where you and your student can access the lyrics and music recordings needed to practice at home under the “Student Info” - “K-5 Music” tab. On the website, you can also find our yearly calendar, parent info, contact info, social media, videos, and more throughout the entire year. www.HPSmusic.com
Please reach out to one of the music teachers below if you have any questions.
Shawna Lemons
HPS General Music & Band Director
shawna.lemons@tsd.org
Aimee Woods
HPS & RVS Choir/Drama and HPS Kinder Music
aimee.woods@tsd.org
Brandon Graese
HPS Music Student-Teacher
brandon.graese@tsd.org
Cherokee Morning Song
Wendeh Ya Ho
Wendeh Ya Ho
Wendeh Ya
Wendeh Ya
Ho Ho HO Ho Heyah No Heyah No
Ya Ya Ya.
Wendeh Ya Ho
Wendeh Ya Ho
Wendeh Ya
Wendeh Ya
Ho Ho HO Ho Heyah No Heyah No
Ya Ya Ya.
HPS Recorder Karate Program for 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Musicians
The recorder karate program is NEW for us this year! Recorder Karate is a program that encourages student growth and allows for a highly differentiated music class. Plus, it is a fun way to motivate students to make consistent progress in learning how to play their recorder, and will be a long-term goal for your musician. There are a series of songs that progressively get more difficult; After each song that they have completed correctly, they will receive a “karate belt” bead that they will attach to their instrument case. Every student is working at their own level and receiving specific feedback about their progress. To best meet the needs of all students, we have agreed to exemplify Bison R.E.S.P.E.C.T. while participating in Recorder Karate in the following ways:
- Responsible - Students need to have all materials for music class which includes: their recorder, blue bag with belt ring, and music folder.
- Empathetic - Students need to understand and empathize with their peers and what level they are at at the moment.
- Safe - All materials and people will be safe in our music space. This includes making this classroom feel like a safe place to learn and grow. Take a re-FOCUS moment when needed.
- Persevering - These skill levels are meant to challenge you; Please do not give up - this is a long-term commitment and goal for us this year.
- Empowered - Students who reach higher levels can help others achieve. Once students have completed the black-belt level, they will become “Master Musicians”, and can help individuals or small groups as needed.
- Curious - Since this is a safe place, students are encouraged to ask questions and feel comfortable in their learning experiences.
- Trustworthy - Students will earn their belts during class and are trusted to be in charge of their materials for this process.
MASTER MUSICIAN - These students have mastered the recorder and will turn into teacher helps by pulling aside musicians or small sections to improve a particular skill.
SENSEI - Mrs. Lemons is your music teacher
SENSEI - Mrs. Lemons is your music teacher
Bucket Drumming!
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We have been using utility buckets a lot lately. Check out this cool presentation all about Bucket Drumming so you can keep on learning at home!
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Hoping to play piano? Here are some tips from the pros...
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Piano Wrist & Arm Positioning and Playing Resources
The 10 Best Piano Practice Tips to Remember The Beginner’s Guide to Learning Piano How To Play Piano *Special shout out to: Jen, Jaymee, and Diane for the idea to place these on the website and the first link above. If you also like what you see, pay it forward like they did and share with others. |
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These five music themes will drive the elementary instruction this year.
Music Theory Studies
Rhythm Studies
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Singing Studies
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Posture Roll Call
Shoulders are down feet firmly on the ground with slightly bended knees.
uhuh!
Back is straight to balance my weight my arms are hanging free.
oh yeah!
Lifting my chest helps me breathe my best now there's just one more thing.
what's that?
Hold my head up right and focus my sight and now I'm ready to sing!
booyah!
Shoulders are down feet firmly on the ground with slightly bended knees.
uhuh!
Back is straight to balance my weight my arms are hanging free.
oh yeah!
Lifting my chest helps me breathe my best now there's just one more thing.
what's that?
Hold my head up right and focus my sight and now I'm ready to sing!
booyah!