Barrier Reef

This project was the continuation of the rhythm band assignment posted below. Lyrics were written by a 5th grade student (R). Vocals were performed by the entire class. Rhythm section loops were added to enhance the final mix. Students learned about Form (A-B-A) and chord changes (C, F, G).

8th grade percussion/drum set player also plays piano. Recorded on Garage Band and using M-Audio Firewire 410 Interface.

Each student wrote 4 bars of 4/4 time rhythms. All work had to use correct rhythmic notation. Each student then recorded their 4 bars using a MIDI Controller and Garage Band. Parts were then edited to improve rhythmic accuracy and musical form.

LLE Flutes recorded this tune with SmartMusic 1/23/08

DMS Staff Podcasting Workshop 1/21/08. Used Garage Band loops and Blue Snowball USB mic.

8th grader using Garage Band. More experimentation with mood, texture, instrumentation and Form.

8th grade student using Garage Band. Experimented with writing a "B" section.

Recorded by 8th grade music student. Student is also drummer in school Jazz Band. Recorded with M-Audio Firewire 410 and Garage Band.

The 5th grade AEP music class