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6th Grade ChorusWelcome to 6th Grade Chorus!Concert Dates: concerts are required for Chorus Class!Thursday May 29th at 7 pm in the MHS TheaterWhat are students rehearsing in Chorus:- Colors of the Wind from Disney's Pocahontas, arr. Huff- Hakuna Matata from Disney's Lion King, arr. Emerson- Revolting Children from Matilda the Musical, arr. Huff- Chumbara, Traditional French Folk Song, arr. Dave and Jean PerryMake sure you check your email and Microsoft Teams account for messages, updates, assignments, and more from me! Get ready to make some music!
Religious Music
The Allegany-Limestone Music Department selects music based on the academic and artistic needs of each ensemble. In order to create well rounded musicians, music from different cultures, religions, and historical periods are required in the music curriculum. Each selection is chosen to meet specific NYSSMA (New York State Schools Music Association) and NAfME (National Association for Music Educators) education standards. It is in no way the intention of the ALCS Music department to promote any religion or belief onto students, performers, and audience members with the concert and curriculum repertoire.Music with Religious Implications
In keeping with NYSSMA’s fundamental purpose, which is, to advance the cause of music education in New York State, NYSSMA® believes that music chosen for study/performance, shall be quality literature which possesses clear artistic and educational value. NYSSMA® recommends that local school districts establish a policy regarding the use of music with religious implication, and advocates the following guidelines based upon prevailing precedents and educational consensus.
Guidelines:
- Music chosen should be quality literature which possesses clear educational value: musical, historical and cultural.
- Selection of music should be based upon the developmental level of the students and the overall curriculum goals of the music program.
- Music should be appropriate for the performance at any time.
- Music should be reflective of, and enhance student awareness and appreciation of various cultures.
- Teachers should present the music in a sensitive manner emphasizing the educational and multi-cultural value of the music, rather than any religious/seasonal aspect.
Reference:
Marschilok, Edward, (1991). Decisions of the New York Commissioner of Education Relating to Music Education. School Music News, 54(6)
Passed and adopted by the NYSSMA® Executive Council June 18, 1994
