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Goal

The goal of this grant is to provide students with access to a variety of drums, enriching their musical education by fostering hands-on learning experiences. The inclusion of these instruments will promote cultural awareness, teamwork, and rhythmic proficiency, while also supporting the development of motor skills, creativity, and self-expression in a collaborative classroom environment. By integrating drums into the curriculum, we aim to create a more dynamic and inclusive music program that engages all students, regardless of their musical background.  

Category

Class Furniture - Carpets, choral risers, transitional seating/desks, etc. 

What will be done with my students

With the acquisition of drums, students will participate in a range of interactive and culturally diverse musical activities. These activities will include:
1. Rhythm and Percussion Techniques: Students will engage in hands-on lessons focused on learning and practicing different rhythms.
2. Cultural Exploration: Students will learn about the origins of various drums from around the world, deepening their understanding and appreciation of global music traditions.
3. Collaborative Ensemble Work: Students will work in groups to create drumming ensembles, learning to listen to each other and play in sync.
4. Compositions and Improvisation: Students will be encouraged to create their own rhythms and patterns, experimenting with improvisation.
5. Performance Opportunities: Students will showcase their learning through school performances.
By integrating these activities into the music classroom, the drums will become a powerful tool for student engagement, cultural education, and musical development.  

Benefits to my students

1. Enhanced Rhythm Skills: Students will develop a strong sense of rhythm, timing and coordination. This is foundational for music as well as for improving cognitive functions like pattern recognition and sequencing.
2. Increased Cultural Awareness: Learning styles and tradition from other cultures, students will gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of the diverse musical heritage around the world.
3. Improved Teamwork and Communication: Group drumming activities require students to listen to each other and work together to create harmonious rhythms.
4. Enhanced Creativity and Self-Expression: Offers a unique outlet for creativity and improvisation.
5. Physical and Motor Skill Development: Playing drums involves the use of fine and gross motor skills, which can help improve hand-eye coordination and physical dexterity.
6. Increased Engagement and Motivation: Hands-on and interactive.
7. Stress Relief and Emotional Well-Being: Drumming has been shown to be an effective way to relieve stress and channel emotions positively.
8. Performance Confidence: Regular practice and performance opportunities will help students build confidence in their abilities. Students experience the process of working towards and accomplishing goals.

 

Budget Narrative

Asking for $1522.89 for a variety of frame drums, drumheads with buckets, lummi sticks and mallets to provide students with a diverse range of percussion instruments. This selections will allow for exploration of different musical traditions and will accommodate various students skill levels.
Justification: Having multiple types of drums will enable us to teach a wide array of rhythms and techniques. The diversity in instruments will also allow for differentiated instruction, ensuring that students with varying abilities can participate fully in the drumming activities.  

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