TUNE IN workshop

A great way to get children playing 'real' tunes on tuned percussion instruments (provided FREE), developing their performance, pitch, rhythm and listening skills in a very enjoyable way.

The group are taught how to play the instruments correctly, and enjoy learning to play several simple but familiar and effective tunes. They work in groups to learn the different parts, then fit these together to create a finished piece.

The group will practice and improve their playing. Some pieces may be recorded and listened to, allowing pupils to evaluate their performance.

The tunes will be performed as a concert for the school and parents, who love to hear the fantastic work the children have produced in just one day.

What do pupils / parents / staff say?

• I learned a lot of new tunes and how to play a glockenspiel.
• I enjoyed being able to play a different instrument.
• I was excited because everyone was looking at me and the music made me happy.
• The best part of the event was...from knowing nothing in the morning to an excellent performance in the afternoon. Fantastic effort!
• All the children were able to join in and enjoy this event regardless of academic ability.
• Performing gave the class a goal to aim for.
• The day could not have been improved - it was excellent, thankyou.
• It is something I can now build on in class.

Format: Workshop for one group of up to 34 pupils, with a CONCERT at the end of the day for parents / the school.

• Aimed at KS2
• Supports QCA Units: Music 8, 12, 15, 17, 20, Science 5F
• Up to 34 pupils per day
• Needs a hall / classroom space where the concert is to take place. If a school hall or similar space without tables is to be used, then benches and PE mats will be needed.
• 1 teacher required, plus any extra staff necessary to support the involvement of specific pupils
• All glockenspiels and xylophones provided FREE

How do I book?

e-mail Emma Sykes at joininmusic@hotmail.co.uk OR

phone on 07816 837583 OR

print and post the booking form, to 29 Oakdale Close, Halifax, HX3 5RW

How much does it cost?

This 1-day workshop costs ?250, plus ?1 for each child (this includes a ?50 deposit). There are no expenses or other costs to add, and all glockenspiels and other equipment are provided free of charge.

However, if payment is received in full on the day of the workshop or before, the children attend FREE (i.e. the fee of ?1 per child is waived).

A second or subsequent workshop booked by the same school or group for the same term will have a discount of ?50.

For Christmas!

Are you worried about producing a concert for parents this year? Join in Music do all the preparation within one day, with no extra work for staff before the day.

The tunes used in this workshop during December will all be on a Christmas theme, giving you a complete Christmas concert with a real difference which pupils, parents and staff will love.

Organisation of the day

The group will work together for the day, learning how to play together, how to read the special 'Join in Music' music and learning how to introduce each piece for the concert.

The concert will take place at the end of the day, starting 30 minutes before the end of the school day. Parents and other classes in the school will be invited to attend.

Actual timings of the day will be adjusted to fit in with your normal school day. Please contact Join in Music with any questions or other adaptations you would like to make.

Flexibility

If you have groups with specific requirements (e.g. Gifted and Talented, Special Needs, longer projects or Holiday Clubs), please contact Emma to discuss these. All of the workshops listed are given in outline only, so that they can be adapted as much as necessary for the audience and time available. Alternative ideas can also be incorporated.

CRB checks and supervision of pupils

Emma Sykes has a current CRB certificate, which can be seen on the day. However, she would not expect to be on her own with children at any point, as adults from each school are needed to supervise their children at all times. Emma needs to ensure that instruments and equipment are used safely and appropriately.