Giraffe Marimba for Kids Ages 6-8

Level 1 | Ages 6-8 | Grades 1-3 | Fridays 4:00-5:00 pm
2020 Early Fall Session | 6 weeks | weeks of Sept 21 – Oct 26 | $135
2020 Late Fall Session | 6 weeks | weeks of Nov 2 – Dec 14 | $135
No classes BVSD Fall Break Nov 23-27, 2020

In the Giraffe class, we are getting introduced to the marimbas. We are learning the names of the marimbas, their relationship to each other, and the names of the notes on each one. We can even play our main note (C major) chords! We are learning how to hold our mallets correctly and strike the keys properly.

In our opening circle, we are exploring the beat and duple beat, and learning to clap rhythms and step to the beat. When we play marimba songs together, we are learning how to fit our parts together in non-syncopated songs, and play basic parts in sync with the group. We even know the lead soprano’s role in the ensemble and can respond to its calls. That’s pretty amazing!

(This class is designed for 6-8 year old students who have had one year or less of marimba instruction.)