This unit has been so fun! The kids have enjoyed learning each instrument, and choosing an instrument to work more in-depth on! The musical dimensions that must be focused on for this experience are playing with a sense of ensemble and simultaneity. Simultaneity refers to how well the students are able to simultaneously fit the different parts together. And the sense of ensemble refers to the students' responsibility to recognize their part within the context of the whole group. They must respect each part, which is difficult if the student only focuses on their own part. This higher level of thinking within the musical experience is such a testament of the learning that has taken place within all of these 4th grade classes! It's more than just strumming a uke, or hitting a note on the recorder, it's being a part of something much bigger than just an individual part. The students have really worked as a team to create something so wonderful! Can you tell I am proud of their hard work, and the results of their hard work?!
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