Christmas Concert videos

 Here is the MPB Christmas Concert video.

St. Ed's Christmas Concert video, Part 1 (3K - 1st grade)

St Ed's Christmas Concert video, Part 2 (2nd - 5th grade and choir)

Week of December 14 Assignment

This is your only assignment this week. I hope you all have a Merry Christmas! 

Enjoy your break and I'll see you in 2021!!

PreK-2nd - Get up and move along to "Blitzen's Boogie." Click HERE when you are done.

3rd-7th Grade - Go get yourself an instrument or just clap the rhythm of "Deck the Halls." Click HERE when you are done.

Week of December 7 Assignment #2

 4K-2nd grade - Grab some sticks, or spoons or pencils and have fun playing along with this video. Click HERE when you are done.

3rd-7th Grade - Try to clap the notated rhythms in the following video. Click HERE when you are done.

Week of December 7 Assignment #1

 PreK-2nd Grade - Here is a video I recorded a couple weeks ago using rhythm sticks. Go find something you can use as sticks (pencils work just fine!) and play along with me to "Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer." Click HERE when you are done.

3rd-7th Grade - Go find yourself a bucket (or a plastic bowl) and something you can use as sticks (pencils work) and play along with "Jingle Jam." Click HERE when you are done.

Week of November 30 Assignment #2

 4K-2nd Grade - See if you can follow along with the video and learn the movements for "I Want to Be an Elf." Click HERE when you are done watching and moving along to the video.

3rd-7th Grade - Go grab 2 plastic cups from your kitchen and join me as I play cups to the song "Sleigh Ride." Click HERE when you are done watching the video.

Week of Nov 30 Assignment #1

 Hi everyone! I hope you all had a nice Thanksgiving! I'm sorry I'm late getting this assignment out to you. I will post assignment #2 tomorrow (Thursday) so check back then.

4K-2nd grade - I have 2 videos for you today. You can play bells if you have some to the first video "Jingle Jingle Little Bell." Then, get up and move to the second video. Click HERE when you are done watching both videos.

3rd-7th Grade - Today I have 2 videos for you. They are both "Jingle Bell Rock." The first is performed on an accordion and the second is a video of me teaching you to play some patterns on a bucket. You'll need a bucket/ice cream pail/bowl and 2 sticks/spoons/pencils for the second video. Click HERE when you are done watching both videos.

Week of November 16 Assignment #2

 I'm posting some fun things for you to do today. 

PreK-2nd Grade -

This video will help you keep the steady beat. Clap along or play an instrument.

Here's another video to clap or play an instrument along with. 

Click HERE when you are done with the videos.

3rd-7th Grade - 

Clap or play an instrument along with the Thanksgiving rhythms. 

Click HERE when you are done.

Week of November 16 Assignment #1

 PreK-2nd Grade - Here's a fun song to sing and move to. AND, you'll get the learn how to spell TURKEY in sign language! Try to copy the movements and enjoy! Click HERE when you are done watching the video.

3rd-7th Grade - The first video for today is "Flight of the Bumblebee." Can you name the solo instrument (pictured below)? Since it's such a short video, I'd like you to listen to it again with your eyes closed. Can you imagine a bee buzzing around? What else could it be doing? (Use your imagination!)

Next, I hope you'll enjoy this funny video. It's a variation on "Flight of the Bumblebee" so the music isn't exactly the same as the above video but you should be able to recognize it. Click HERE when you are done with both videos to answer questions about today's assignment.

Week of November 9 Assignment #2

 PreK-2nd Grade - Here is a fun song for you to act out. It's called "The Old Gray Cat is Sleeping." Have fun! 

Now, sing along to this next song, "Ten Little Turkeys." Click HERE when you are done watching both videos to answer questions and get credit for music class today.

3rd-7th Grade - Do a little body percussion with me to the book "Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day." Click HERE when you are done watching to answer questions and get credit for music class today.

Week of November 9 Assignment #1

 PreK-2nd Grade - In music class this week we are singing the song "Naughty Kitty Cat." I recorded myself singing this song in the Spring so I'm sharing that video. Also, watch the video "Jump Around" and get up and move! Click HERE when you are done watching today's videos.

Naughty Kitty Cat

Jump Around

3rd-7th Grade - Last week in music class I showed the video "The Sound of Silence" by Pentatonix. All the students at both my schools loved it so I'm sharing that here. They especially enjoyed hearing the beatboxer so I'm also sharing a video of a beatboxer who performed on Asia's Got Talent. I hope you enjoy them! Click HERE after you've watch both videos.

The Sound of Silence

Neil - Beatboxer

Week of November 2 - Assignment #2

 PreK-2nd

Listen to the song "What a Wonderful World" while looking at the pages of the book. Click HERE when you are done watching the video.

3rd-7th

Your prayer song today is "I Believe in Jesus." Click HERE when you are done watching the video.

Week of November 2 Assignment #1

 Today everyone will listen to some "classical" music.  Make sure you listen and watch closely so you can name some instruments you heard and/or saw.

4K-2nd Grade

Watch and listen to the orchestra play "Swan Lake." Click HERE when you are done watching the video.

3rd-7th Grade

Watch and listen to the orchestra play "Procession of the Nobles" by Russian composer Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov. Click HERE when you are done watching the video.

Week of October 26 Assignment #2

 Some of the prayer intentions from last week were:

• Pray for Covid to end
• Prayers for Mom and Dad

3rd-7th Grade:

Your prayer song for today is "Lord, I Need You." Sing along and click HERE when you are done.

4K-2nd Grade:

Enjoy singing along with "5 Ugly Monsters Jumping on the Bed." Click HERE when you are done.

Week of October 26 Assignment #1

 This first video is for everyone to watch. The music is titled "In the Hall of the Mountain King." The video is a fun way to "see" the music. Enjoy!

4K, 5K, 1st and 2nd Grades - get up and move to "Halloween Stomp." After you've watched both videos click HERE to answer questions about them.

3rd-7th Grades - Listen to "Autumnal Equinox." See if you can pat your lap 7 times with the beat and clap your hands on the 8th beat. Try to keep it going for the whole song. (Hint - count to 8 and start over again. Start counting when the drums start. Every time you get to "8" clap your hands.) This works well also if you tap your hands on a table for 7 beats, then clap your hands on the 8th beat. After you've watched both videos click HERE to answer questions about them.

Week of 10-19 Assignment #2

 4K-2nd grade - I have a movement video and a story video for you today. After you watched both videos click HERE to answer questions and receive credit for music class.

3rd-7th grade - Today I have 2 videos for you to watch. The first is a symphony orchestra playing "Devil's Dance." I picked it because it sounds a little like Halloween music. Listen and try to identify instruments you see and hear.

The second video is a fun body percussion video. Follow along and try it!

After you watched both videos click HERE to answer questions and receive credit for music class.

Week of 10-19 Assignment #1

 This post is for all grades. 

This is "Ancient Words" and is sung by a virtual choir. Listen, sing along if you know the words and take some time to pray.

Watch today's video then click HERE to answer questions about it. 

(Click this link if the above video doesn't play - https://youtu.be/TejwfsYcPy4)

Week of 10-12 Assignment #2

 If you didn't do yesterday's assignment you should go to the post on October 13. Remember, you should be doing 2 music class assignments each week. Click on your appropriate school and grade below for today's assignment.

MPB 4K-2nd Grade

MPB 3rd & 4th Grade

MPB 5th - 7th Grade

St Ed 4k-1st Grade

St Ed 2nd & 3rd Grade

St Ed 4th & 5th Grade

Week of 10-12 Assignment #1

Before you click below, please watch this informational video first.

Click on your school and grade below and have fun in music class today!

MPB 4K-2nd Grade

MPB 3rd & 4th Grades

MPB 5th-7th Grades

St Ed 4K - 1st Grade

St Ed 2nd & 3rd Grade

St Ed 4th & 5th Grades

Monday 10/12

Check back tomorrow for this week's music classes. Sorry for the inconvenience.

10-9 Fabulous Friday 5th-7th grade Music Lesson

 Happy Friday! I know there was a scheduled day off today, but since we're doing virtual school this week, I still wanted to include a lesson for you. Watch my video to hear about your assignment.

(Click on this link to view the video if the above video doesn't work:)

https://youtu.be/zwgYlHcApjg

Chrome Music Lab link: https://musiclab.chromeexperiments.com/

Click HERE to answer some questions about today's music lesson. 

You will not receive credit for music class if you just watch the video. 

You MUST click "HERE" above and answer the questions to receive a grade for today's music class.

10/8 Thrilling Thursday 3rd - 7th grade Music Lesson

 Happy Thursday!

Are you ready to do a little body percussion? Here is "Soul on Fire" with some body percussion patterns. Join me and have fun!

If the above video doesn't work for you try this link.

Remember to click HERE to answer some questions about today's music lesson. 

You will not receive credit for music class if you just watch the videos. 

You MUST click "HERE" above and answer the questions to receive a grade for today's music class.

10/7 Wonderful Wednesday 5K, 1st and 2nd grade Music Class

 I hope you are all having a wonderful Wednesday so far! 

Today I'd like you to watch the first video and try to sing along. Then watch the second video. You'll get to march and play instruments! Have some musical fun today!

A Beat in My Feet 

Try using this link if the above video won't play. 

Click HERE to answer some questions about today's music lesson. 

You will not receive credit for music class if you just watch the videos. 

You MUST click "HERE" above and answer the questions to receive a grade for today's music class.

10/6 Terrific Tuesday PreK - 1st grade Music Lesson

 Happy Tuesday to my music makers! Today we're going to sing, march and play instruments. Keep making music and always have fun!!

Marching with Mrs. Klemp

Marching (This is the same recording we used in music class last week.)

Let's read and sing "Old MacDonald Had a Farm" together.

Click HERE to answer some questions about today's videos. If you don't comment I won't know you watched the videos and you won't get a grade for music class today. Have a terrific day!

10/5 - Music Lesson for all grades

 

Watch the above video for information about today's music lesson.

Celebration (Kool and The Gang) | Playing For Change | Song Around The World

Just Dance Kids Celebration

Click HERE to get credit for today's music class and answer some questions about the videos. Have a great day!

5/27 Goodbye Post

To all those students I won't see again next year -
I will miss you! I wish you peace and happiness as you move forward. Best of luck as you continue your education at another school. You all will do well!

To all my students -
I wish you a blessed summer! I've missed you all these last few months. It has been difficult on all of us. Teaching music is part of why I live and breathe.

Here is a goodbye song and a blessing all in one. Take care and I'll see some of you again in the fall! ❤

5/26 Fun Quarantine Song

I found this cute song on YouTube. Any of you who have watched "The Little Mermaid" will recognize this song. It's "Under the Sea" but some words have changed to make it "In Quarantine." Enjoy!

Comment below or here.

5/22 Fabulous Friday 2nd & 3rd Grade Music Lesson

It's Friday! Woo-hoo! 

Sorry, I didn't record myself for today's post. It's been a busy week for me! I have been watching this teacher's YouTube videos during the quarantine and I've been getting lots of ideas. I think this song and activity are a lot of fun - and challenging! Good luck!!

Can you believe I'm STILL getting comments without names?? 

You MUST make sure your name is in your comment so I can give you credit for today's music class!

Comment below or click HERE to comment.

5/21 Thoughtful Thursday

Happy Thursday!
I have 3 videos for you to watch today.

1. I Love You, Lord - the words are your prayer today.

2. We Are the World
Here is some information about the history of this song (quoted from Wikipedia):

"We Are the World" is a charity single originally recorded by the supergroup USA for Africa in 1985. It was written by Michael Jackson and Lionel Richie. With sales in excess of 20 million copies, it is the eighth best-selling physical single of all time.

The song was released on March 7, 1985, as the first single from the album. A worldwide commercial success, topping music charts throughout the world and becoming the fastest-selling U.S. pop single in history. The first ever single to be certified multi-platinum, "We Are the World" received a Quadruple Platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America.

The promotion and merchandise aided the success of "We Are the World" and raised over $63 million (equivalent to $147 million today) for humanitarian aid in Africa and the US.

Following the devastation caused by the magnitude 7.0 M earthquake in Haiti on January 12, 2010, a remake of the song by another all-star cast of singers was recorded on February 1, 2010. Entitled "We Are the World 25 for Haiti", it was released as a single on February 12, 2010, and proceeds from the record aided survivors in the impoverished country.

In March 2020, Richie suggested that a third remake should be made to communicate a message of global solidarity during the COVID-19 pandemic and raise funds for aid efforts.

3. We Are the World/Heal the World by the Voices of Hope Children's Choir (Virtual Choir)

This is a remake of the original "We Are the World" plus part of another song "Heal the World."

If you watch all 3 videos (tell me so in your comment) you get credit for 2 music classes!
REMEMBER TO MAKE SURE YOUR NAME APPEARS IN YOUR COMMENT!!!
You can comment below or click here.

5/20 Wonderful Wednesday Recorder Performance

Happy Wednesday! Since some of you have handed in your recorders already, I thought it was best to just have you watch a recorder performance. This group is called "Woodpeckers" and they are playing a piece by Vivaldi. It appears the recorders used are 2 alto recorders, 1 tenor and 1 bass. The recorder you are learning to play is the soprano. Notice how all these recorders are bigger than the soprano recorder? I think this performance is fun to listen to and watch.

Don't forget to leave your name when you comment. 

You can comment below or by clicking here.

5/19 Terrific Tuesday PreK-1st Grade Music Lesson

Hi boys and girls! Since today is my last Tuesday post and I ran out of time to make a video for you, I am attaching a video by a music teacher from New York. The song is easy to sing and fun to do. All you need is a small blanket or a towel. Have fun singing and moving!

And now, here's a book for you to listen to. 

As always, don't forget to comment and include your name.

You can click here to comment.

5/18 Movement Monday

This is going to be my last Monday post. The school year is almost over and next Monday is Memorial Day so there isn't "school" that day. As always on Mondays, it's time to get up and move!

And, here's another video of my family and friends singing "I Saw the Light." If you have an instrument nearby play along!

Remember that you can comment by using the "Blog Comments" link below if you're having a hard time commenting on the post. 

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5/15 Fabulous Friday 2nd & 3rd Grade Lesson

It's finally Friday! 

There's only 1 Friday of school left at St. Edward's and 2 at MPB. It's hard to believe that this school year is almost over. 

Today you'll be singing, clapping and playing instruments to "Family Reunion." I used a couple different video formats to make this one video. I think it turned out pretty good! I hope you enjoy this fun song today!

Remember to leave a comment below (WITH YOUR NAME!!!) so I can give you credit for music class today!

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5/14 Thoughtful Thursday

Hello to all my favorite music makers! As always, on Thursdays we pray. Today, I have a video of "More Precious Than Silver" as a piano solo. Remember to pray while you listen!

And now - something I've never seen before. This next video is a Disney Medley of songs played on plastic bottles. I had no idea that plastic bottles could sound so cool! I hope you enjoy this video!

Remember to comment below and make sure your name appears somewhere in your comment!

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5/13 Wonderful Wednesday 4th & 5th Grade Recorder Lesson

Happy Wednesday boys and girls! Take a listen to the US Navy Band performing an interesting arrangement of "When the Saints Go Marching In." "When the Saints Go Marching In" is the blue belt song in Recorder Karate. Since we're almost to the end of the school year, you will have to return your recorders - remember they belong to St. Eds (or MPB - depending which school you go to). The recorders must be returned by the last drop-off date or anytime before. Make sure your name is on the recorder. 

Next, take a listen to a recorder quartet play "Let It Go."

Remember to comment and add your name!
There are 2 ways to comment - use the one that works the best for you.
Make sure your name appears somewhere on your comment!

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5/12 Terrific Tuesday PreK-1st Grade Music Lesson

I have a new song for you today! Those of you from St. Eds probably remember Eddie and Frankie, right? This song is about our precious guinea pigs who have been living at Mrs. Cowart's house since the "Safer at Home" order. They look happy and healthy, but I'm sure they're missing all of us!

Here's a fun story to sing along with.

Remember to comment and add your name!
There are 2 ways to comment - use the one that works the best for you.
Make sure your name appears somewhere on your comment!

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5/11 Movement Monday

Happy Monday!

Did you all do something nice for your mom yesterday?

Today I have 2 videos for you. The first is "God Is Watching." Get up and move! Some of you, especially choir members, might remember this one.

I found another musical family. This is the Clark family. During the Quarantine they have been learning a new song each day. They practice it several times during the day and then they record themselves and put the video on YouTube. I especially enjoy watching the little girl play the egg maraca and dance. I hope you enjoy this as much as I do!

Remember to comment and add your name! There are 2 ways to comment - use the one that works the best for you.
Make sure your name appears somewhere on your comment!

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5/8 ABC Countdown "M" Music Day

Sorry 2nd and 3rd graders - I don't have a music lesson for you today. Since today is "M" day in our ABC Countdown I am dedicating today's post to Music, Music and more Music!! 🎶🎹🎤🎵

Pick a video link or 2 (or 3 or 4 😃) and dance along!

Remember to comment below (with your name) so I can give you credit for music class.

Body Boogie

I'm So Glad to Be Here

Peace Like a River

Lord, I Lift Your Name on High

Every Move I Make

My Lighthouse

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5/7 Thoughtful Thursday

Hi Boys and Girls! Sorry this is so late today.

I found a video of a family singing, "Sanctuary." The words you sing are your prayer today.

This video is a song called "Rescuer" by the group Rend Collective. While the song is pretty cool, what do you think of the strange items in the video? What was the strangest thing you saw?

Remember to comment and add your name! There are 2 ways to comment - use the one that works the best for you. Make sure your name appears somewhere on your comment!

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5/6 Wonderful Wednesday 4th & 5th Grade Recorder Lesson

It's another Wonderful Wednesday! Today I have a video tutorial on how to play "Jesus, We Believe in You." I hope you're still practicing the Recorder Karate songs also!

Remember to comment using the "Blog Comments" link at the bottom of this page or comment right on the post. ALSO REMEMBER TO INCLUDE YOUR NAME!!! I'm still getting comments without a name attached.

Jesus, We Believe in You

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5/5 Terrific Tuesday PreK-1st Grade Music Lesson

Happy Tuesday! I hope you're ready for another new song. Today I'm singing a song about my other cat, Honey. She's a little cat - she's half the size of Mo - and she's scared of EVERYTHING!!! What do you think Honey is scared of? I came up with a lot of things that she's scared of. It was pretty easy because like I said, she's scared of everything! Enjoy singing "Scaredy Cat" with me!

And, I decided to share a book with you today also. This is "Inch By Inch," sung by John Denver. I miss reading books in music class. Enjoy!

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5/4 Movement Monday

Happy Monday, boys and girls!  Time to get up and move!

Remember to comment on 2 posts a week to get a perfect grade in music class for the quarter. Make sure your name appears somewhere in your comment. You can use the link "Blog Comments" directly below the picture to comment also. Pick whichever way works best for you.

Have an awesome day!

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5/3 Bonus Sunday Sing a Song We Know

I miss singing this at Mass!

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5/2 Bonus Story Saturday Post

Hi boys and girls! I don't know about you, but I miss reading you stories in music class. I decided to add a bonus Saturday post for you. This is a video of me reading "Little Rabbit Foo Foo." Enjoy! 

Since this is a bonus post, you do not have to comment. However, if you want to, please do! I love hearing from you!

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5/1 Fabulous Friday 2nd & 3rd grade lesson

Happy Friday!! Are you ready for another fun song?

Today you'll need 2 different instruments to play. You can always comment what you found to play. I love hearing from you all! I'd also love to see pictures of you playing your homemade instruments. You can send any pictures to me through my email address. 

Remember to comment so I can give you credit for music class! You can use the link "Blog Comments" below if you have a hard time commenting on the post.

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4/30 Thoughtful Thursday

Pray with me while we sing "I Love You, Lord."

Up next:  this is a virtual choir singing "Down in the River to Pray." I am amazed at how this video was made. I know it took many, many hours to produce. I also know that each of these singers were in there own home all across America. If I knew and understood how to make a video like this I'd make one with my choir! I hope you enjoy!

Let me know what you thought about this performance in your comment. Remember to include your name!

If you are having a hard time posting a comment, try clicking on the "Blog Comments" link below. My daughter, an education major at UW-SP gave me some alternate ideas for your comments. If you can make a comment on the post, that's great. If you can't, you can try the link below or email me. Pick whichever works for you and is the easiest!

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4/29 Wonderful Wednesday 4th & 5th grade Recorder Lesson

Happy Wednesday, 4th and 5th graders! I have 2 videos for you today. The first is a video of me teaching how to play "Old MacDonald Had a Farm." This is the 5th song in Recorder Karate. If you have not mastered "It's Raining" you should probably go to my post on 4/15 and work on that. Remember that you can play your Recorder Karate songs along with accompaniment tracks by logging in to Recorder Dojo. That information is on my 4/8 post. Anytime you want to record yourself playing any of the Recorder Karate Songs or any other songs, I'd love to hear it!

This next video is fun to watch and listen to. You'll recognize the song - "William Tell Overture." There are 2 instruments playing - a piano and a recorder. Take a listen and remember to comment below.

...because I miss you all!

MAKE SURE YOUR NAME APPEARS SOMEWHERE IN YOUR COMMENT!!! 

I know some of you are having a hard time commenting on my blog so you can use the link "Blog Comments" below instead of commenting on the blog. Let me know if this works better.

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4/28 Terrific Tuesday PreK-1st Grade Music Lesson

Here is another video about my cat, Mo. It is "Naughty Kitty Cat #2." Grab some instruments so you can play and sing along!

4/27 Movement Monday

Happy Monday! Can you believe April is almost over? I can't! I was hoping we could be back in school today... I'm so sad we won't be in school the rest of the year! Well, here are 2 videos for you to watch. The first is called "Power Shuffle." You should get up and move to this one! The second one is my family and friends singing "Mighty to Save." I know most of you know this one. Sing along if you'd like!

Power Shuffle

Mighty to Save

4/24 Fabulous Friday 2nd & 3rd Grade Lesson

Here is a fun song that you can play an instrument and your kazoo with! Be sure to comment (I'd love to hear what instrument you played) and leave your name. 

Have a Fabulous Friday!!!

4/23 Thoughtful Thursday

Tonka 💕

I am sad to say that our beloved dog, Tonka, died yesterday. He was with our family for 5 1/2 years. We miss him a lot already! If you would like to pray for me and my family, we'll take your prayers! 

I just recently posted 2 videos about Tonka. The posts were on April 7 & April 14 if you'd like to watch them.

Today:

Sing "More Precious Than Silver" and pray with me.

Then:

Watch the video "Empty Grave" and comment below. 

More Precious Than Silver

Empty Grave by Zach Williams

4/22 Wonderful Wednesday 4th & 5th grade Recorder Lesson

Hello my favorite musicians! Happy hump-day! Do any of you even know what day it is? It's been something - one day runs into the other. These are strange times we're living in right now!

Today I'm sharing one video. I'm teaching you to play "Come, Lord Jesus." Don't forget to practice your Recorder Karate songs too! If you want to record yourself playing one I'd love to see your faces and hear the music! Comment which songs you're practicing and include your name. I miss making music with you all! 🎶

4/21 Terrific Tuesday PreK-1st Grade Music Lesson

It's Tuesday! Time for another fun song! This song is not about my dog Tonka. It's about my cat, Mo who you probably remember from my first video about Tonka. The song for today is called "Naughty Kitty Cat." It's about a cat who eats or drinks too much and the food or drink is still on his whiskers! Since Mo is very fat, it's perfect to sing about him! Enjoy the song, sing along and don't forget to comment and leave your name. If you can't comment you can always email me.

4/20 Movement Monday

Happy Monday Everyone!

I found this video on YouTube and thought it was cool because the lady uses items in her house as instruments. I never thought to use a salt shaker or a jar of peanuts as instruments! This video might give you some other ideas for homemade instruments.

AND NOW:

Here's a video for you to get up and move to.  Notice the words: "There's a whole lotta change, coming your way, cause like it or not nothing stays the same. So hold on tight and follow real close, God is good and he's in control!" There is much to be thankful for. First, nothing stays the same. That means that this "Safer at Home" order isn't going to be forever!! Second, God is good and he's in control. As hard as it is, we all just need to sit back, trust and let God work. He will bring us through this!

 See if you can figure out the clapping pattern - it's different each time. Remember to leave a comment and include your name! 

If you're unable to leave a comment, you can email me instead. And, if you have a sister or brother and you watch any of the videos on my blog together, only one of you needs to comment but please include both your names so you both get credit for it. 

Have a blessed day!
I miss you all so much!

4/17 Fabulous Friday 2nd & 3rd Grade Music Lesson

Welcome to music class! (Anyone can watch these videos and play along.) 

First, I want you to watch this performance of "Jelly Bean Blues."

Now, I need you to make a kazoo and play it during the song. This video will explain: (Good luck - I couldn't get mine to work!)

Tell me what you used to make your kazoo and if it worked or not. Remember to include your name in your comment!!

4/16 Thoughtful Thursday

Pray with me while we sing "Sanctuary."

Here is another family band singing "I Know Who Holds Tomorrow" by the Petersen's.

The Petersens are a family band performing full-time in Branson, MO. The band consists of Katie Petersen on fiddle, Ellen Petersen on banjo, Matt Petersen on guitar, Julianne Petersen on mandolin, Karen Petersen on bass, and Emmett Franz on dobro. Visit their website at www.petersenband.com to learn more about their family.

The family writes: God doesn’t promise that walking with him will be easy, but what he does promise is that every day of our lives is in his hands and we can rest in the hope of his Son, Jesus Christ, who paid the punishment for our sins so that we can have hope and eternity with him! In this season of uncertainty we are so thankful for a loving Savior who gladly takes our worries and bears our burdens so that we can walk one day at a time with eternity in our hearts. He holds tomorrow, and he holds each day in his hands ❤️ Happy Easter. He is risen indeed!

Remember to comment below and make sure your name appears somewhere in the comment!

4/15 Wonderful Wednesday Recorder Lesson

I had to record 2 videos because one was too long for the program I was using. The first video is me helping you learn "It's Raining." If you've already learned this song, you can either watch the video and review it or just watch the 2nd video. I teach you how to play "God is so Good" on the 2nd video. If you watch both videos and play your recorder along with me, comment that you watched and did both and you'll get credit for 2 music classes! That means you don't have to check in and comment any more this week! Of course, you still can if you want to.

I'm still receiving comments without names so PLEASE make sure your name appears somewhere in your comment. I can't give you credit for watching if I don't know who you are!

Here is the music for "God is so Good." There are 2 different ones, same music but different notes. I worked with you on the top one, but you can try the bottom one if you want. Just remember that all the "F's" in the song are "F#'s". Look at "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star" in your Recorder Karate music to find the fingering for F#.

4/14 Terrific Tuesday PreK - 1st Grade Music Lesson

Happy Tuesday boys and girls!

I'm glad you're joining me today because I have another video and song about my dog Tonka. It's not as funny as the last video because my cat Mo didn't bother me this time. You should have an instrument for this lesson. You can refer to my post on March 30 titled "Coming Soon" for ideas for homemade instruments. Use some creativity and as always, have fun!

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