DescriptionThis class is designed for 5th grade students who have enjoyed playing steel pans in music class and want to dive in deeper. Students will learn rhythms and melodies by ear and also with sheet music, focusing on ensemble skills, groove, and literacy. Students will be exposed to various musical styles and grooves from around the world, including soca, calypso, rock, funk, pop, classical, Latin, and more. Although it is not required, it is highly recommended to commit to the steel band for the entire school year so that we can build a cohesive ensemble that is prepared to perform at events throughout the year.