A sneak peak at PNA’s Winter Concert, |
June, Penny, and Pittaq are "Getting to know you. Getting to feel free & easy!" Third Graders work on their choreography. Students are realizing how much rehearsal and energy REALLY go into a show! Alexandra sings "We'll have a real good time, YES SIR!" It's a Hard Knock Life for the 4th Graders who are learning to dance. Jacoby and Aidan are "precisely, my cup of tea!" | Katie Strock | Performing Arts Teacher I think that it is funny that in my eighth year as the music/drama specialist at PNA, I’m finally doing a winter concert that is really connected to my passion…the BROADWAY MUSICAL! We are only two months away and the students are hard at work learning songs and choreography for their numbers. They are just as excited about this concert as I am! I have been so impressed with their effort and enthusiasm. If you were to ask some of the students what the BIG thing about theatre they learned last year it would be MOVE WITH PURPOSE! Whether performing in a play or giving a speech, when you move and why you move can really help your words have a deeper and greater impact on your audience. Let’s face it, if you walk onto the stage like you don’t want to be there…neither will your audience. Command the stage and you will hold your audiences interest. This year, the big lesson is STRONG and SHARP! When performing (especially in musical theatre) the simplest move can WOW an audience if it is done with energy! Think about choreographer Bob Fosse (Cabaret, Chicago) He could make a twirl of a finger look like the most complicated move. And when twenty people are all doing the same move, at the same time it looks very impressive. When putting together a concert or play, you can expect to rehearse five times a week for at least three to four hours each rehearsal. Students understand that the time in music class is precious! The past few weeks we have been busy learning lyrics, melodies and choreography. 8th grader, Debra, really likes this year’s concert theme and it’s traditional style. “The Broadway songs have a deeper meaning because the material demands more energy and effort. You really have to think about the music because it tells a story.” Whether it’s acting in a play or performing in a dance, the performing arts are a great way to create a well-rounded education. Here are five things that music help your student:
But really when all is said and done, and the concert is over, my goal for these students is to go home that night with a sense of accomplishment. I want them to say, I DID THAT…and SURVIVED! And the next time they take to the stage they will be a little less nervous! It’s all about self-confidence! I am looking forward to seeing you all on Friday December 1st at 6:00 in the gym for PNA’s Winter Concert, PNA: ON BROADWAY! You are going to LOVE your kids in this show! |
The Spanish Phrase of the Week is back!
The Spanish Phrase of the Week is back! Each week students will learn a new high-frequency, usable, idiomatic phrase or saying in Spanish that they will be encouraged to use throughout the week. The phrase is first presented in the Monday morning announcements by Señor Santos, and students are encouraged to use the phrase in their various classes and activities throughout the week.
This week's Phrase is: "¿De veras?"
(DEH VEH-rahss) - meaning "Really?" (literally, "of truth?")
Let Sr. Santos hear you use it next week and earn extra fiesta minutos!
Already forgot last week's PoW? ¿De veras? Don't worry, así pasa. (That's the way it goes sometimes).
This week's Phrase is: "¿De veras?"
(DEH VEH-rahss) - meaning "Really?" (literally, "of truth?")
Let Sr. Santos hear you use it next week and earn extra fiesta minutos!
Already forgot last week's PoW? ¿De veras? Don't worry, así pasa. (That's the way it goes sometimes).
Art Around Town:
Here's a couple of fun things happening in Anchorage's creative community. Give them a try, and enjoy!
And From Miss Molly...Junior Nordic sign-ups start October 1st. The Nordic Skiing Association of Anchorage teaches cross-country skiing to kids ages 6 to 14. Each group meets 3 times per week at Russian Jack, Hillside, or Kinkaid. Join for fun, skills, and new friends! Scholarships available. www.anchoragenordicski.com |
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