Music at Swanton School
2011-2012 Schedule of Cultural Events
No Strings Marionettes presenting Treasure Hunt and Handsome & Gretel, September 26th and 27th, for grades K-6
Burlington Taiko Drums, April 20, 2012, for grades K-6
with workshops for some of the students
Swanton Instrumental Music Program Concert, Wednesday, May 30, for grades K-6
Musical Petting Zoo, Friday, June 2, for grade 3
Vocal Music
by Mrs. Ewell, Instructor
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The vocal and general music program in Swanton Schools provides
students in all grades opportunities to sing songs, play instruments,
listen to many kinds of music, learn musical skills and music history,
practice performance skills, and make connections with other areas of
learning and their lives outside of school. Lessons are often linked
with social studies, literature, or science units. The music department
is well-supplied with songs and instruments from all over the world,
and ethnic music is an important part of the curriculum. Life-long
appreciation and understanding of music is a priority, and the skills
Swanton students acquire in music class will have positive benefits in
other areas of their school careers.
Instrumental Music
by Mrs. Messier, Instructor
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The instrumental music program is designed to provide opportunities for
participants to learn about many aspects of music primarily through instrumental music performance.
Interested students usually rent instruments and take small group lessons
for one year before joining Advanced Band. There are two instrumental music concerts each year.
Lessons are available on flute, clarinet, alto saxophone, trumpet, trombone, baritone horn,
percussion, violin, viola, and cello. Participation in instrumental music at Swanton Central School
will help prepare students for future involvement in instrumental music in middle school,
high school, and beyond.
