Monthly Archives: August 2014

Students Share Favorite Songs

Posted on August 28, 2014 by Hilary Yip

At the beginning of every school year, I ask the elementary students to share their favorite songs that they like to dance and sing to. Knowing what they like, I can incorporate them into my lesson plans for dance time … Continue reading →

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Instrument Play: “Jump In the Line”

Posted on August 27, 2014 by Hilary Yip

To start off the year in high spirits, students explored and played instruments to Harry Belafonte’s “Jump In The Line.” This song provides a strong beat to follow in shaking, tapping, and making music. Instruments choices were clatterpillars, guiro, maracas, … Continue reading →

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Welcome to Music With Hilary!

Posted on August 23, 2014 by Hilary Yip

Welcome to a new school year at The Parish School! This is my fourth year teaching music and providing music therapy services to all the sweet students. It was a great first week seeing familiar faces and making new friends. … Continue reading →

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