Friday, October 9, 2026

Grade 1/2 John Jacob Jingleheimer Schmidt - a lesson on Musical Dynamics

 


John Jacob Jingleheimer Schmidt


Grade 1 and 2 have been using the song 'John Jacob Jingleheimer Schmidt' as a way to listen for and respond to changes in dynamics (volume) in Music.  We started by singing the song loud (forte)_and gradually got quieter as we sang each verse.  Students indicated the correct dynamics of each verse of the song.  Their favourite part was when they got to sing very loud (fortissimo) when they got to the 'tra la la la la la la' part!


Our Dynamics display in the classroom:

Thursday, October 1, 2026

Musicplayonline Access for Students

 



Hello Lake Bonavista Families, 


 Lake Bonavista School has a Musicplayonline subscription. As part of our subscription, students are able to access the website from home. 

Instructions: 

Once you are logged in, you will see a discover feature on the left hand side of the screen. This is where your student can look for songs, games, and activities that we have done in Music class. 

Have fun! 
Julie Kawchuk

Monday, September 14, 2026

September Circle Dance

 September Circle Dance



Grade 3/4 and 5/6 recently learned a Circle Dance to "September" by Earth Wind and Fire.


It was a wonderful way for us to help build community at the beginning of the year.  We also used this as an opportunity to work on:


  • Rhythm

  • Musical form

  • Expression

  • Movement

 The students enjoyed singing along to the song as well.


Wednesday, April 1, 2026

LBS Springs Together - May 7 6:30-8:00 pm

Save the Date!

LBS Springs Together will take place on May 7 from 6:30-8:00 pm.  There will be activities for families to do together throughout the school.  Each class will be doing a musical performance on the stage as part of the event.  Stay tuned to School Messenger as information about what time  your child performs will be shared soon.


 

Friday, March 20, 2026

Recorders - Recorder Karate Songs - PDF


Grade 5/6 Students,

I found this PDF of Recorder Karate songs online if you wish to keep playing at home:

Recorder Karate PDF

Enjoy your break!

Mrs. Kawchuk

Grade 1/2 John Jacob Jingleheimer Schmidt - a lesson on Musical Dynamics

  John Jacob Jingleheimer Schmidt Grade 1 and 2 have been using the song 'John Jacob Jingleheimer Schmidt' as a way to listen for an...