At DIS the recorder is started in 3rd grade and is used until 6th grade. Students are able to demonstrate their ability to read and perform music while performing in an ensemble of their peers. The techniques they acquire can be used in any musical setting in a Junior High School. Miss Raley will be selling Recorder Packets for $5 which will include a brand new recorder, cleaning rod, carrying case, and music packet. All proceeds will benefit the Music Department.
During class we will be using the Recorder Karate curriculum to track student growth. This program is engaging and motivates students to practice in order to earn the next "karate belt" for their recorder. Below is the list of songs we will be focusing on in class.
Recorder Karate-
First Notes - Demonstrate notes B, A, and G
White Belt - Hot Cross Buns
Yellow Belt - Gently Sleep
Orange Belt - Merrily We Roll Along
Green Belt - It's Raining
Purple Belt - Old MacDonald Had a Farm
Blue Belt - When the Saints Go Marching In
Red Belt - Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star
Brown Belt - Amazing Grace
Black Belt- Ode to Joy
First Notes - Demonstrate notes B, A, and G
White Belt - Hot Cross Buns
Yellow Belt - Gently Sleep
Orange Belt - Merrily We Roll Along
Green Belt - It's Raining
Purple Belt - Old MacDonald Had a Farm
Blue Belt - When the Saints Go Marching In
Red Belt - Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star
Brown Belt - Amazing Grace
Black Belt- Ode to Joy