Gainfield Elementary School

Children in kindergarten through grade five receive one music class per week. Children explore the elements of music by developing various musical skills. These skills include singing, rhythmic competency, playing instruments, listening, creating, moving, and note reading. The Orff approach to teaching music is utilized which encourages the student to participate actively in the making of music. Through positive, enjoyable experiences in music, students will develop a deeper understanding of music's expressive qualities.

For the older children, we offer a fourth and fifth grade chorus. Each chorus meets during the school day and presents at least one performance annually. String and band lessons begin in grade five with a beginners' band created as the year progresses.