Discover how the emotional depth of the Blues and the syncopated energy of Ragtime provided the foundation for jazz.
An intermediate jazzy pom dance routine set to 'Under the Sea', focusing on sharp motions, jazz technique, and high-energy performance.
A vibrant art lesson for 4th-5th graders exploring primary colors through the lens of a 'Color Lab', featuring the work of Piet Mondrian and hands-on mixing experiments.
A comprehensive rhythm project where students review fundamental rhythm values (quarter, eighth, sixteenth, half, whole notes and rests) through interactive games and a final composition project called the 'Groove Blueprint'.
Reflect on the legacy of jazz, its influence on modern music like Hip Hop, and its status as a global art form.
Learn about the fast, complex sounds of Bebop and the cool innovations of Miles Davis that changed music forever.
Step into the dance halls of the 1930s and 40s to experience the power of the Big Band Era and the elegance of Duke Ellington.
Follow the Great Migration to Chicago and meet the first superstars of jazz, including the legendary Louis Armstrong.
Explore the cultural melting pot of New Orleans and the African rhythms of Congo Square that birthed jazz music.
A block-building music lesson where students 'craft' rhythms, 'survive' rapid direction changes, and explore Orff percussion through a pixelated world theme. Includes singing, dancing, and body percussion activities.
A high-energy, low-pressure 15-minute music lesson designed to engage disengaged students and build vocal confidence through rhythm and stealth games. This lesson moves from non-verbal rhythmic games to collective vocalizing to bypass the fear of singing.
