Spicy Hot

kristyjo

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Here is the final posting choice from Washington School, where I just finished a drumming unit in music classes with my 6th graders. After we worked together for 3 weeks, the students split into smaller groups of 4 to 6. They practiced (using body percussion first) then wrote out their rhythms, then structured their pieces, and finally performed for the class and were recorded 'live.' The recordings were put on CDs for each student, and finally, the kids voted on which composition should represent Washington School in this posting on the internet. So, I present the group 'Salsa Dancers' with their composition 'Spicy Hot.' The photo is the cover of our CD. Students submitted art for the CD & cover.
EDIT- I don't have Brandon's cover art here at home, so I'll post a picture of shekere's from a different student.

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Song Stats

Hits: 2984
Comments: 16
Fans: 7
Plays: 246
Downloads: 101

Uploaded: Jan 01, 2008 - 09:36:32 AM
Last Updated: Jan 01, 2008 - 05:06:03 PM Last Played: May 29, 2013 - 03:33:29 PM

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Keywords:

percussion (78), students (4), drumming (3), hand drums. (1)

Hardware:

PowerBook, Snowball mic

Software:

GarageBand

Comments

paul f. page

paul f. page said 1996 days ago (January 1st, 2008)

Primal...
That's the way to begin a new year. Kudos to you for your patience in teaching 6th graders to do anything! What a great project. Thanks for waking me up on New Year's day with the sound of children. (This tiny laugh at the end of the track is perfect...and, of course, the applause.)
Peace for a new year.
Paul

(And, I see, I am the first here. Whooo Hoooo!)

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kristyjo

kristyjo said 1995 days ago (January 1st, 2008)

Paul -
Thanks for stopping and commenting! The students were excited to get their performance posted, and it's great for them to know that people are listening. All of the groups (there were nine separate groups) did well, and it was a really fun unit. I'm not sure they'll enjoy the January unit (which is music fundamentals including writing a major scale by the whole/half step pattern) as much, but it's all music!

Check out my latest song called The Black Cat

Feter	Feter said 1995 days ago (January 1st, 2008)
	Spicy Hot this is nice and bravo ..I wonder what the name of the drum ..it sounds very close to tabla !! thnx alot for you for posting and all and the kids for the name performance !! Happy New Year !! Check out my latest song called Roll with it

drakonis

drakonis said 1995 days ago (January 1st, 2008)

Can't beat that!
Great fun... they did very well. The rhythm and combination of clanking and big drum sound reminded me of some of the Japanese Taiko drummers... it would be fun to show them some of THAT exuberance... probably some YouTube videos you can find. Might get them even more excited about drumming :-) Although now that I think about it... the idea of 6th graders trying to drum AND throw/catch each other's sticks is probably not a good idea, uh, never mind :-) Great recording!
ttfn,
Drakonis

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kristyjo

kristyjo said 1995 days ago (January 1st, 2008)

Drak-
The Daiko/Taiko clips of various professional groups is part of my summer school offering for kids going into 7th and 8th grades. I only have a small, red hand drum that's used in another type of Japanese movement/drumming. (can't remember the name right now). While the African drums are moderately priced and have a lower learning curve, the Taiko drums are incredibly expensive. I did get to play some Taiko once, in a music teachers' workshop, and they were great to use!

As for the students' work, I'm quite proud of all they accomplished during our 6 weeks of drumming! Thanks for listening.

Check out my latest song called The Black Cat

	said 1994 days ago (January 2nd, 2008)
	What fun! Using Garageband seems like a great tool for teaching. What a great way to motivate the kids! I know both of my girls (3rd and 5th grade) enjoy working with Garageband, but the music teachers don't use it very often in the classroom. I thought your students did a wonderful job and I enjoyed listening very much!

Aaron David	Aaron David said 1994 days ago (January 2nd, 2008)
	Very good :) You can tell them to be proud. Who knows, in a little while they might get some phil collins action going (singing and playing drums that is :) Check out my latest song called Hearts Alive

Ed Hannifin	Ed Hannifin said 1990 days ago (January 6th, 2008)
	Another one! Ultra-coolness in the 6th grade! Ed Check out my latest song called Uno/I Like The Way... (with Macaudion, SISTERS, ktb, and ziti)

Enrique Gil	Enrique Gil said 1978 days ago (January 18th, 2008)
	Again.... listening to your kids brings a smile to my face! I really regret that many schools have cut the budget for music and arts. Check out my latest song called Simple Feelings

Roxylee	Roxylee said 1977 days ago (January 19th, 2008)
	You are a great music teacher How you draw out the music in your students is great. They not only play, but they are enthusiastic about music, thanks to you. This was fun to listen to. :-) Check out my latest song called Emma, by davisamerica

John Stebbe	John Stebbe said 1974 days ago (January 22nd, 2008)
	Way cool! Your kids are awsome, Kristy. Interesting rhythms and good structure. And your recording is very good. You must have some good mics. I like hearing the comments and the applause. Adds a real human feel to it. Check out my latest song called Woodwind Family Song

thetiler	thetiler said 1960 days ago (February 5th, 2008)
	Terrific artwork and music from the kids. I think it is great that you posting this. It is nice to hear music from your students It gives a fantastic dimension to your musical talents. Were would Bach and Chopin and others be without fabulous teachers ! And of course no teacher then uploaded Bach or Chopin's tunes on the internet. Check out my latest song called Folsom Prison Blues

Doadars Uncle	Doadars Uncle said 1922 days ago (March 14th, 2008)
	Nice! What a great project! They did very well. How many kids were involved with the percussion ensemble? Great live performance! Doug Check out my latest song called Alone (reboot)

composerclark	composerclark said 1892 days ago (April 13th, 2008)
	We will rock you You are obviously doing wonderful work, and I think it's especially exciting that you are facilitating the development of composition skills in your students. The opening rhythm reminds me of "we will rock you!" by Queen... cool! Check out my latest song called Momma's Song

kristyjo

kristyjo said 1892 days ago (April 13th, 2008)

We will rock you -
is what my second graders 'play' on their music books on their laps when they come into class, and I'm finishing up something with my noon recess group. I really enjoy doing these things with students, and it's been fun to see them enjoy both composing and performing as well as critiquing (gently) and appreciating the efforts of other young musicians. Thanks for listening!

Check out my latest song called The Black Cat

saymme	saymme said 1824 days ago (June 20th, 2008)
	Wonderful ! Much enjoyed !! You should enter this at the MJCOFFEESHOP :) ! Kudos to You All Thanx ! helena

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Name: Kristine Johanek
Location: Marshfield WI United States

I've been performing, composing and teaching music for many years. I enjoy arranging traditional and classic pieces, and also enjoy composing original music. I'll write for whomever will perform my music, so I've written for children's choirs, co... [see more]

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