by Emily Maurek | Jan 24, 2024 | FS-General, Move It
Place: India Time: Late nineteenth century, during the British Raj. Act 1 The Hindu faithful go to perform their rites in a sacred Brahmin temple under the high priest, Nilakantha. Nilakantha’s daughter Lakmé, and her servant Mallika, are left behind and go down...
by Emily Maurek | Jan 23, 2024 | Articles, FS-General
Who doesn’t love a good book? Books are like old friends; we never get tired of them! Here are some wonderful books that can be used to support the eight parts of the First Steps in Music curriculum. Have fun sharing books with your students as they become...
by Emily Maurek | Dec 3, 2023 | Move It
Famously enjoyed during the annual ‘Last Night at the Proms’ at Royal Albert Hall, the sea-song ‘Jack’s the Lad’ (hornpipe) has always been a crowd favourite. With its origins as a sailor’s dance on cramped and crowded ships, the...
by Emily Maurek | Nov 20, 2023 | Webinars
The music of the United States is a result of the often-hidden connections among cultural groups in our diverse society. Music, instruments, and songs tell the story of the ordinary and extraordinary people who have populated the country and propelled it into the 21st...
by Emily Maurek | Nov 13, 2023 | FS-General, Move It
The candy canes have gone wild to the music of Trepak from The Nutcracker! Created by green-screen expert and FAME-Endorsed teacher trainer David Rankine, this Move It! will delight your students and community this holiday season! Download the movement directions...
by Emily Maurek | Nov 13, 2023 | Move It
A new Move-It based on Jacques Offenbach’s famous composition based on the high-kicking dance “The Can Can”. This Move-it was choreographed by Peggy Lyman Hayes and John Feierabend. This recording of them premiering their work at the...
by Emily Maurek | Nov 7, 2023 | FS-General, Webinars
“The Nutcracker” comes alive when children are invited to actively participate; to become dancers and respond appropriately and musically to each character’s signature music. At the same time, each selection offers an opportunity to expand students’ creative movement...
by Emily Maurek | Nov 6, 2023 | Articles, CS-General
Want to see some CS games in action? Take a look at Andy Himelick (FAME Teacher Trainer) demonstrating 10 different CS games with real students! Andy Himelick teaches elementary music in Carmel, IN and is an assistant choir director with the Indianapolis Children’s...
by Emily Maurek | Oct 16, 2023 | Articles, CS-General
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