School is almost over for the year, so what better way to start the summer than with this song! It’s one of my favourite songs by The Beatles, and I’ve put the words in the video so that you can follow along and learn to sing it too 🙂
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Happy Music Monday, everyone!
Every year, on the first Monday of May, students all across Canada come together to share songs with each other and to discuss what music means to everyone. It’s one of my favourite days of the school year, and I’m sad that we’re not able to celebrate it together in person this year.
That doesn’t mean that we can’t celebrate it online, though!
Here’s a video of me playing one of my favourite songs. I wanted to share this with you today, because not only do I love this song, but I think it also has a really important message about music. Even though it doesn’t have any words, it still tells a story and shares a message, which is different for everyone who hears it. I think that’s the beauty of music: it can connect to people without even needing to speak any words. The song is  “Words Unspoken”, by Steven Martin. I hope you enjoy it 🙂
I’d love to hear from students of all grades about why music is important to you. Do you have a favourite song? A favourite instrument? Does music help you when you’re feeling sad or stressed? Â You can share your thoughts in the comments, or send me an email at derek.maroney@burnabyschools.ca, I’m looking forward to hearing your thoughts!
First off, I miss seeing everyone! It’s been way too long, and I can’t wait to get back to Brentwood Park. For now, though, this blog will have to do.
This will be my main way of sending you musical videos and activities, so make sure that you check back here regularly to see if I post anything new. I’ve also included a page where I’ll post links to other fun websites that involve music, so feel free to explore those sites as well.
In the meantime, here’s a welcome back video!