Music

Developing and expressing our opinions is an ongoing theme for our 3-6 class this term.  Music provides a wonderful opportunity to discover that we can all experience the same piece, performance or musical idea in different ways, and that there is no single right answer when it comes to personal interpretation and preference. I would like to encourage our students to be curious, confident and open-minded as they share their thoughts and listen to the perspectives of others. How does it feel when we hold a view that is different to the majority? How about, when it is a different view to our friend?

As we move towards the end of the year, both of our classes are preparing for their Christmas performances. Through rehearsals, we are continuing to develop our musical skills and also feel a building confidence about sharing with our community, as well as learning about the importance of teamwork as we work together towards a shared goal. 

We are learning lyrics (and writing them!), arranging the instrumental sections and honing our ukulele chord changes. 

Rachel Cheesman

Music Teacher

rachel.cheesman@smcastlemaine.catholic.edu.au