Stompin’ thru December

I have spent the last few weeks preparing my Music Appreciation students for the January 7th talent show. We’re doing our own version of Stomp.

stomp

I had Jem write a quick piece that I could play and instruct. Really amazed with the results so far. Non-drummers have picked up sticks, learned to read rhythms and play them with the talent of a band student with a few years experience. Folks, drumming is NOT easy. Teaching drumming is not easy. After each class I am WORN out! It has really turned that class into a joy to teach.

We do not have a musical outlet for students. They are hungry for it. From this I wanted my students to learn to read rhythms and learn how an ensemble works together. I think they have learned so much more. I can’t wait to post the performance video.

When something is going well it really makes the rest of the frustration worth it.

4 Responses to “Stompin’ thru December”

  1. Bone Says:

    What a wonderful idea! I remember when they took music class out of our school. It was always nice to have that creative outlet and change of pace during the day.
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  2. Sage Says:

    I wish I had been a better student of music… Hoping to see “You’re a good man, Charlie Brown,” done by our local high school this weekend.
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  3. kontan Says:

    Bone it is awesome and a lot of fun to do. For non-drummers playing, rather impressive.
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  4. kontan Says:

    I love Charlie Brown! Don’t forget to write a review!
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