Blog is Moving!

Hello there, my wonderful readers!

Since I have moved out of the music room at Ben Franklin and into a new position with EducationCloset.com, I will be moving my content to a new website. I will gradually be transitioning over the my new site at:

https://artsintersection.wordpress.com/

This new site will be an intersection of my work and ideas in the elementary general music classroom, my work as an arts integration specialist, and some great new resources and PD opportunities that will be available via TeachersPayTeachers.com as well as EducationCloset.com. I hope you'll follow me on this journey!

Thank you for your readership!

2nd Grade Junkyard Band Project

2nd graders have been studying "found sounds," music that is made by things that aren't actual instruments, but rather things you might find and/or assemble. We've watched many examples of found sound music, talked about the science behind how these instruments operate, and now it's our turn to create! Students will be designing their own instrument at home to bring to music class. These instruments should have be well-planned in design, creatively made, sturdy, and be able to make at least two musical sounds. Remember, 2nd graders, to ask for your parents help with anything sharp or electric, and ask permission to use materials.

I've linked some of the videos we've watched in class, as well as other ideas and projects that you might want to explore! I'm so excited to see your creations!

Video Links
Landfill Harmonic

Vienna Vegetable Orchestra

Touch Tone Phone Symphony

Stomp 

The Sound of Ahh