Elementary music classes will be held in the music room, located by the south door closest to the playground area (Room 106). This room contains an upright piano and a small stage, separated by a curtain, on which students may rehearse and perform. The music room is large, with ample space for sitting and moving. Classroom configuration will depend on the activity and needs of the students. The room is handicapped-accessible. Mrs. Johnson and Ms. Sherman will consider students with disabilities or other needs when setting up the classroom. Great care is taken to create an environment that encourages learning. When designing the classroom environment, Mrs. Johnson and Ms. Sherman take great care to use configurations and visual aids that are attractive and enhance learning.
As is standard in every Greenwater classroom, a pull-down screen, a digital projector, an Elmo, a whiteboard, and a teacher computer are provided. Elementary music students have many instruments available to them, including pitched and non-pitched Orff instruments, Boomwhackers, ethnic percussion instruments, recorders (beginning in fourth grade), and color-coded handbells. Additional learning activity materials include flashcards (for learning rhythms, notes, and symbols), Music Bingo game materials, a sound system with playing and recording capabilities, bulletin boards and music concept visuals, and more.
Concerts and programs are typically held in the high school auditorium. For rehearsals, staff will walk students to this facility (the auditorium is about two blocks from the elementary school). Parents/guardians will be responsible for transporting their students to the auditorium for concerts and programs. The auditorium is a high-quality performance area, featuring a grand piano, large stage area, lighting, acoustical design, microphones/sound system, and a large, inclined seating area.
Middle School
The physical equipment and facilities for middle school musical are the same as those for elementary students. Middle school music classes are also held in Room 106 in the elementary building. (The middle school and elementary school are attached. Miss Herd travels from the high school building to teach middle school every day.) The ways in which equipment and facilities are used are adapted to be appropriate for the middle school level.
Middle school programs and concerts will also be held in the high school auditorium.
High School
High school choral music classes and rehearsals (including the College Preparation course) will be held in the high school vocal/band room (Room 125), located next to the gymnasium on the east side of the building. This room contains choral risers, music stands, chairs, an upright piano, a director's podium, a band instrument storage room, a music filing room, a practice room (equipped with an electric piano), and a teacher office. The room is large, with space for a large choir to stand or sit comfortably. Choral configuration will depend on the needs of the individual singers and group. The facility is handicapped-accessible. Miss Herd and the other music staff will take students with special needs into consideration when setting up the room. Great care is taken to create an environment that is visually attractive, and that promotes and enhances learning.
As is standard in every Greenwater classroom, a pull-down screen, a digital projector, an Elmo, a whiteboard, and a teacher computer are provided. The sound system has playing and recording capabilities, and is used to provide examples and models and to record student performances. Bulletin boards announce upcoming events and auditions, provide information on collegiate music programs, and showcase student achievements. Visual aids also serve as references for concepts in music theory, history, and multiculturalism.
Concerts and programs are typically held in the high school auditorium. The high school musical will be performed here as well. The auditorium is a high-quality performance area, featuring a grand piano, large stage area, lighting, acoustical design, microphones/sound system, and a large, inclined seating area.
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