Holiday harmony with m.e.
A celebration of yuletide cheer through concerts highlighting the young talents from elementary school choirs.
TEACHER RESOURCES
PREPARE YOUR STUDENTS FOR THE PERFORMANCE
Listen to the music
Learn the music
How to behave during a rehearsal
How to behave during the concert
What should I wear to the performance?
What to do if I feel faint?
Where are the washrooms?
HOW TO WRITE A CRITIQUE OF THE PERFORMANCE
Style - grammar, spelling, length
What should I write about?
Song selection
Instrumental solos
Vocal soloists
Sound quality - too loud, too soft, just right
Venue - did you like the hall/stage
How to write a thank you letter
Review letter style format
What do I write?
Who is the addressee?
How to address an envelope with a return address
Other activities and possible templates
● Identify instruments - match the column
● Amplified instruments - identify
● Vocals - different between female and male voices
● Harmony - what the heck is that?
● What is your favourite instrument?
● What instrument do you play or want to learn?
● Sound system and technical needs for this group
● Online interview with the Conductor or Vocal Director
