November 28, 2010
Making Magnificent Music
In Year One we have loved using a range of percussion instruments to accompany and compose our own music. We have learned all the names of the instruments and how to play them properly.
Unfortunately we have been unable to upload our DVD of Don't Worry, Be Happy onto the school website, but if you would like to see it, just pop in and ask. Mrs Cullen came for her own little performance and she was very impressed.
Posted by A Inkster at 1:42 PM | Discuss/Ask? (1)
November 4, 2010
Attention Year 5 Parents!
Following our amazing dance performance for the rest of the school, the children were very disappointed that their families had not had the opportunity to watch them. I would therefore like to invite all parents, carers, grans, grandads, aunties etc to come to a special performance of our dances on Wednesday 10th November at 9:20am in the Key Stage 2 Hall.
The children worked incredibly hard on their dances and would be delighted if you could make it!
Posted by P Pigott at 8:54 PM | Discuss/Ask? (0)
October 23, 2010
Year 5 Music Week challenge achieved.
Year 5 performed two dances in front of the rest of the school.
First they danced to 'Let the sun shine' by Labyrinth. All of the moves were related to things which people do on the beach in the summer. The second dance was to 'It's raining men' by the Weathergirls.
The class divided themselves into three groups and choreographed their own moves. One group used floaty cloths and were the storm clouds; one group danced with umbrellas; and the final group was our muscle men. Everyone was very impressed with the standard of the dancing, and Mrs Pigott was so proud of every single one of you.
Outstanding Year 5!
Posted by P Pigott at 4:34 PM | Discuss/Ask? (0)
October 18, 2010
Year 5 Music Challenge.
This week is Music Week at Roman Road, and each class have been given a challenge. Year 5 have been challenged to choreograph and perform a dance for the rest of the school to a piece of music which has been inspired by the weather.
We listened to lots of different pieces of music, and then voted for which ones we would like to dance to. Everyone has worked really hard today, and we are making excellent progress. Lots of the staff have been popping into the hall, and I'm sure they are just trying to get a sneak preview. Keep up the good work Year 5!
Posted by P Pigott at 7:19 PM | Discuss/Ask? (2)
October 17, 2010
Don't Worry, Be Happy!
Did you know Bobby McFerrin was the composer of this song? Did you know there are no instruments used?
As part of music week Year One are going to be learning all about body and voice percussion using Bobby Ferrin as a stimulus. We are looking forward to recording our own version of his song and putting it on the website for you to enjoy.
Want to find out a little more about Bobby Ferrin - click on the link below.
Posted by A Inkster at 3:43 PM | Discuss/Ask? (0)
June 5, 2010
Fanuel - djembe drums
We all had a fantastic day with Fanuel and his djembe drums. Djembe drums are a very popular drum in Africa. Fanuel also brought with him a range of other instruments from a thum piano to a xylophone with dried pumpkins!
During our morning assembly Fanuel had us playing rythmns and jiving and we were all hyped, eager and ready for our own drums.
Fanuel taught us how to play the drums with "Booms" and "Cha Cha's"
No idea what we are talking about, just ask us and we will let you know. You never know we may even play a rythmn for you.
Thanks for two great days Fanuel, you were amazing.
Posted by A Inkster at 4:05 PM | Discuss/Ask? (0)
Tube Fido
Lawrence brought a really unusual instrument to Roman Road during our Africa project. It is called the Tube Fido and is a string instrument.
We were taught how to reassemble the Tube Fido and had a go at playing a tune. Lawrence made it look very easy, as it was really difficult. We also sang a Ugandan song with Lawrence, the words were very tricky, so we hummed along instead.
Posted by A Inkster at 3:47 PM | Discuss/Ask? (0)
May 19, 2010
WOW!!! INCREDIBLE!!! AMAZING!!!! OUTSTANDING!!!
Roman Road has just had the MOST amazing day today. This was a day that we will never forget and will remember even when we are old and wrinkly!
The Lions of Zululand were unbelievable.
What did you think? Please leave a comment.
Mdu and the Lions arrived early this morning and the hall quickly filled up with children eager to find out why all of the teachers had been so excited! - We were not disappointed.
We heard the singing and the a drum beat before the Lions suddenly burst up the stairs with their shields and knobsticks at the ready.
They began singing, dancing, entertaining and making us laugh for the next 45 minutes. Words and pictures cannot describe the amazing vibe in our school hall. We were left speechless and eager to work with the Lions of Zululand.
Throughout the day we all had the opportunity to learn how to sing and dance like the Zulus. Many of us also had the opportunity to learn about their culture and to draw some of their costumes, shields and spears. The teachers also got the opportunity to purchase African jewellery.
The day came to an end with the whole school showing what they had learned for the whole school. Even the staff demonstrated the dance we had all been taught. What a cheer they got.
Many, many thanks to Mdu and the Lions of Zululand you truly are AMAZING!
What did you think? Please leave a comment.
Posted by A Inkster at 8:05 PM | Discuss/Ask? (11)
February 16, 2010
Oliver DVD!
The amazing Summer 2009 Musical is now available to buy on DVD for a bargain price of £5!! If you would like to purchase a copy, ask Mrs Redhead at Reception or Miss Allen in the Y2 classroom.
The Year 5 and 6 children put in loads of time and energy to make this a fantastic musical. Many people said it was 'better than going to the theatre'! Our children can match the talent of those on the stages of London! I can't wait for this year's musical...
Please make a comment on the website to say what you enjoyed about Oliver!
Posted by B Allen at 9:50 PM | Discuss/Ask? (1)
May 5, 2009
African Gumboot Dancing and Drumming in Year 5
Year 5 had a great day working with an African artist performing Gumboot dancing and drumming.
As part of a project with The Linking Network, Year 5 have been working with the children at Oakfield Junior School. They have visited The Shipley Art Gallery and worked with their link partners to produce joint pieces of art work to be displayed in both schools. Oakfield Year 5 children then visited Roman Road to work with their partners here in a fun filled day of African Arts. We worked with an artist to practise and perform some gumboot dancing and drumming workshops. They also made African mask designs to display in school. We will be visiting Oakfield Junior School soon to continue our link project.
Posted by J Barnes at 4:30 PM | Discuss/Ask? (2)
April 13, 2009
Coming soon...
Oliver!
Oliver is coming to Roman Road ... that's the MUSICAL Oliver!
All of Roman Road's Concerts are brilliant because the children are brilliant and everyone works really hard to make them spectacular. This year we are going to perform our own version of the famous musical. It will be performed in the Junior Hall in the penultimate week of the Summer Term! Looking forward to seeing you there!
Posted by B Allen at 10:41 PM | Discuss/Ask? (4)
Key Stage 1 Music Workshop
PIRATES!
Key Stage 1 really enjoyed our recent visit from the pirate music workshop. We learned pirate songs and sea shanties, played many different instruments and generally enjoyed making music!
Posted by B Allen at 10:37 PM | Discuss/Ask? (0)
October 21, 2008
X Factor Move Over!!!!
Christmas is fast approaching and at Roman Road we have a fantastic, exciting, incredible event coming to our school. Read on to find out more.
On December 2nd all of the children in Roman Raod will be participating in a huge singing event. Oh no, we're not, oh yes we are! But even better than that, we are making our own Christmas CD!!!!!!!
We will be recording a variety of Christmas songs and hymns that you will all know and love. We hope the project will be an enjoyable and rewarding experience for pupils and teachers. (Yes, even Mr. Allsop will have to join in and sing!) The whole school will be involved in the recording and will get to be stars for the day. A professional company will be coming into school to make all of the recordings and will then produce the CD's.
Children will also participate in a class project to design artwork for the front cover. The lucky winner will have their artwork produced by a professional graphics team and will feature on the front cover of the CD.
A letter will be coming out with children soon offerring you the chance to pre-order you CD's. Just think they will make fantastic Christmas presents for relatives as well as being a timeless keepsake. The cost of a CD will be £10.
So don't delay. Children get practising and parents get ready to be amazed.
Posted by A Inkster at 3:06 PM | Discuss/Ask? (3) | TrackBack
July 4, 2008
North East Artsmark Celebration 2008
Yestrday, July 3rd 2008, two children from Key Stage 1 were proud to accept Roman Road's Silver Artsmark Award.
The celebration of Artsmark took place at Northern Stage in Newcastle and was attended by two Key Stage One children, Mrs Barnes and Mrs Inkster. The event was hosted by a comedian (who was very funny), presentations from schools who had achieved Gold and Silver Artsmark last year and finally over 80 schools who were there to collect their prestigious award.
We are extremely proud of our schools achievements and couldn't wait to collect our award and goody bag. This award shows that Roman Road is commited to providing our pupils with a range of creative experiences.
Many thanks to the two children who were extremely well behaved and thoroughly enjoyed their afternoon out of school. Congratulations to all pupils and staff who have worked extremely hard to achieve this award.
Posted by A Inkster at 7:19 AM | Discuss/Ask? (0) | TrackBack
January 15, 2008
Keyboards Are Back !!
Year 4 and 5 have started to learn how to play the keyboards.
Since the huts were demolished, there has been no place where the keyboards could be set up. After a bit of thought and organising though, they were set up in Mrs Stirrup's classroom and she has begun to teach the children how to play well known tunes.
In their first lesson, the children learnt about which notes are which and where they are on the keyboard.
Posted by A Allsop at 11:39 PM | Discuss/Ask? (2)
November 2, 2007
Music
We are learning to play the recorder!
In Year 6 we are learning to play the recorder! Mrs Cullen has been showing us how to play and some of us joined the Friday lunch time club! We are hoping to play for the rest of the school during assemblies and we will soon be learning some Christmas tunes to play i the Carol Service.
Posted by J Cullen at 4:28 PM | Discuss/Ask? (2) | TrackBack
July 12, 2007
The Sage
On the 21st of June 2007, year 3 and 4 went on a trip to the Sage to perform some songs with other schools. At 1 o clock in the afternoon we went for a practice. But we did the real performance at 7pm. In the afternoon we travelled by a coach but on the night time we had to make our own way there.
We had a live orchestra, which included all ages. We had one interval. There were more people on playing musical instruments so that the whole performance took longer than we had expected.
We all really enjoyed it!!!
By Nicole Stell and Joe Hunter
Posted by Year 4 Pupils at 2:45 PM | Discuss/Ask? (0) | TrackBack
May 8, 2007
Music
We have had visits from the Gateshead Music Team. Our last workshop was all about Transport. We all joined in with the songs and percussion games.
The choir is entering a singing festival held at the Sage so we are beginning to learn the songs for the event. They are all from the Victorian Times!
Posted by J Cullen at 4:49 PM | Discuss/Ask? (0) | TrackBack
October 4, 2006
School Music Service Visit Roman Road
Earlier today the Gateshead Music Service came to Roman Road School to play music and sang songs about myths and legends.
We all enjoyed it and some children go the chance to play instruments and do other activities.
Posted by pupil at 1:38 PM | Discuss/Ask? (1)
February 13, 2006
Music
At Roman Road we continue to include many musical activities within the curriculum. We have half termly visits from the fabulous Gateshead Music Team! There are always opportunities for us to join in and we thouroughly enjoy the visits!
The children in Key Stage Two are continuing to learn key board skills with the Music Co-ordinator as part of their music time. They learn listening, perorming nd composing skills. There maybe another Chopin coming from our school!
The Harvest festival was very successful and we sang beautifully! The carol service was also a sucess, some children singing solo and in small groups.
The Key Stage Two Christmas production was 'Rock Around Christmas'. The modern perfomance went down well with both children and adults. The performers worked very hard and learnt their lines and songs completely in their own time as part of the 'Performing Arts' after school club.
We definately have some budding actors and singers here at Roman Road.
We look forward to working towards this years school performances including an Easter Service, Year 6 production of Grease and the Foundation Stage Spring concert.
Posted by J Holmes at 4:44 PM | Discuss/Ask? (0)