Greeting to Musical students and families

This is my first monthly newsletter. In efforts to keep parents and student aware of what is going on with music here at St Luke. Music activities are

in full swing, as we begin to learn now only the basics of music but also learning the mass parts

and scared music for masses and performances. All our students are doing great from pre-kinder to 8th

grade.

In this monthly newsletter, you’ll find dates of masses, programs and performances. Also

included are some general musical activities for each level. There is a section on reminders and

FAQs. Thank you all so much for your support and patience. If you have any suggestions or ideas

about how to make the newsletter better, let me know. Praying for a spirit filled year of praise and

worship through the gift of music.

Cynthia Vega, Music Director

St Luke Music Monthly Newsletter

October 1, 2017

Save the Date

October 15: October Fest Performing at 12 pm Meeting in music room at 11 am November 1: First grade’s all saints day mass November 4: Assembly 2017 St Mary’s University Rehearsal date and times pending

Strings News

String beginner class meets every Monday 3:30-4:30 in the church; intermediate meets on Wednesday 3:30-4:15 in the church and advanced strings Thursday 3:30-4:30 in the music room.

As with the choir we are working on mass music and on music for the October fest (10/15/17) and music for the “Assembly 2017”. This is a daylong religious event. Check out the details on archsa.org. I will be giving more details regarding rehearsal dates and times. Looking forward to great performances!

Choir News

Choir meets every Tuesday 3:30-4:20 in the church and is well under way. We are working on mass music and on music for the October fest (10/15/17). We are also excited about performing for the Archbishop in “Assembly 2017”. This is a daylong religious event. Check out the details on archsa.org. I will be giving more details regarding rehearsal dates and times. Looking forward to great performances!

FAQ How often does my child go to music?

Each level attends music class once a week.

Does my child have to play a stringed instrument?

No, however, in keeping with state

standards, a student is expected to sing and

play classroom instruments with accurate

intonation.... Students are taught to use the

bells starting in 3rd grade and by 4th grade

those students wishing to play a string

instrument are provided with the

opportunity to learn. If a 4th grader has

experience with any other instrument (pian

or flute ) he/she is allowed to use it. Other

4th graders who do not wish to play an

instrument will learn on the bells.

Do I have to buy a stringed instrument if my child is

interested in learning?

No, there are school instruments that the

students may use during in class only and I

have a limited inventory of string

instruments for those unable to obtain one.

Our program has two Double basses and 2

cellos, available.

What’s Happening in your class?

Pre-Kinder:

Songs: The sailor went to sea; Five fat turkeys; Turkey- turkey; Listen; Who stole the candy from the candy store while clapping with rhythm and beat.

Kinder:

Songs: The sailor went to sea; Five fat turkeys; Turkey- turkey; Listen, Listen added verses; Who stoke the candy from the candy store while clapping with rhythm and beat. Learning more complex patterns using cups.

First:

Songs: All saints day songs in preparation for All saints day mass Nov 1st. Learning more complex patterns using cups

Second:

Songs: Thanksgiving Day songs. Learning more complex patterns using cup

Third:

Songs: Learning the twinkle-twinkle little star variations and beginning to learn bells. Learning songs for the arts and crafts show.

Fourth:

Songs: Pageant songs and learning basics on bells and stringed instruments.

Fifth:

Songs: Perpetual Motion and Pescador de Hombres. Learning basic note reading.

Middle school:

Songs: Hedwigs Theme from Harry Potter and Pescador de Hombres. Advancing music literacy note reading. Music theory-Circle of Fifths, key signatures, note values, time signatures and musical terms.