The language of music begins with a discovery of how sounds can change. There is no need for a separate musical instrument for these classes, the only instrument required is your voice! With the Loving guidance of Mrs. H, a healthy approach to singing and an introduction to the changing sounds in music is explored through storytelling, singing, movement, art, and more! A gentle and holistic approach to music literacy, The Magical Language of Music courses are not one in which ideas are committed to memory... they are learned by Heart.

In this session, children will be introduced to the idea of how music is created through high sounds and low sounds. Mrs. H will share a short story that embodies this concept, followed by activities that will allow the students to experience in their bodies and voices the idea of High and Low. Inspired by blending the Kodály approach to music education and the Waldorf approach to literacy, this holistic method provides students with an enjoyable experience that allows them to conceptualize this important concept that helps to lay the foundation for musical literacy.

SUPPLIES FOR THE CLASS:

- computer/smart device with the ZOOM Conferencing App installed
- Main Lesson Book (a sketchbook works perfectly, or loose papers that can later be bound together)
- good quality crayons

For week 3, the student will also need:

- 2 large sheets of construction paper
- school glue
- respectfully gathered leaves* (about 20-30)
- respectfully gathered flowers* (about 20-30)

* for those who cannot gather the leaves and flowers (because life happens!) a pdf with leaves and flowers coloring pages will be sent via email before the third class meeting. The child is welcome to color and cut out these leaves and flowers in lieu of gathering from their environment.