Ms V is a talented musician and teaches music as a specialist subject at Oranga School. Her background is in drumming having played in many Auckland bands and teaching the drum kit privately. She also learnt guitar for many years and easily applies these skills to the ukulele. She loves leading the school Kapa Haka. 

 

Music lessons always begin by singing popular songs that the students enjoy.  This is followed by various activities teaching the students to read musical notation (notes). Students then explore creative composition and performance which builds teamwork and confidence.  All students learn basic chords on ukulele and keyboard while also taking on rhythmical challenges such as bucket drumming and applying notes to various percussion instruments. 

 

The students eventually work in groups to learn popular songs on ukulele, keyboard and glockenspiel. Playing as an ensemble is an important conclusion to most lessons. 

 

Ms V is passionate about sharing the joy of music with students and helping them discover their own creativity.  

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