Created by FAME teacher trainer David Rankine of Kington, Ontario in Canada, The “Tuneful, Beatful, Artful Music Class” was an attempt to re-create and preserve the excitement and research-based learning embodied in First Steps in Music and Conversational Solfege.  These episodes reflect the musical growth and development of his Kindergarten - Grade 6 French and English students, and are a review of some of their favorite activities in music class. 

These will be made available as an additional benefit for FAME members. The first episode, however, will be shared here to whet your appetite! There are plans for a total of 10.

 

Episode 1 Summary

And a preview!

 

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A Sailor Went to Sea -

A fun and engaging activity for any age to help reinforce the beat. Easily done with masks and social distancing.

 

Canon - White Sand and Gray Sand -

Whether you're teaching in person, or virtually, singing in canon is still possible.  Students can learn to use the whole song approach, echo phrase by phrase if necessary, and then choose a part of the video you want to sing, and sing along!.