Kimberly Baney

Location: Noteworthy Valencia (Recital Room)

July 6-10th 

1:00pm  ages 5-8

“The Melody Makers Challenge”

This curriculum outlines an engaging and interactive music camp designed specifically for young students (ages 5-8), blending group singing and educational play to foster early music literacy. Named "Music Play with Miss Kim", the program utilizes a hands-on, high-energy approach to teach fundamental music concepts.1

Core Components:

• Interactive Singing Games: Activities focus on developing pitch recognition and vocal confidence through call-and-response songs, simple harmony exercises, and playful voice modulation challenges. These games are designed to make learning musical intervals and scales fun and accessible for this age group.

• Rhythm and Movement Challenges: Students participate in movement-based games that reinforce rhythmic patterns. This includes body percussion activities, following simple choreographies tied to different musical meters, and using small percussion instruments to explore concepts like tempo and dynamics.

• Music Concept Games: Utilizing visual aids, simplified terminology, and textiles (ie: scarves, bean bags, etc.), students play games centered on singing solo and in a group, , understanding basic musical vocabulary, and identifying instrument sounds. The goal is to move abstract musical concepts into a tangible, playful context.

Learning Outcomes:

The "Melody Makers Challenge" is structured to achieve the following educational goals for participants:

• Enhanced Aural Skills: Improve the ability to match pitch and differentiate between high and low sounds.

• Rhythmic Fluency: Develop a solid understanding of basic rhythms and the ability to maintain a steady beat.

• Increased Confidence: Encourage self-expression and build confidence in singing and performing within a group setting.

• Collaborative Play: Promote teamwork and listening skills as students must work together to succeed in the various game challenges.

July 6-10th

2:00 pm Grades 4-8

The Vocal Virtuosos Workshop

This program is designed for intermediate student singers (Grades 4-8) seeking to elevate their performance skills and technical understanding of their voice. The workshop provides focused instruction on the anatomy and physicality of singing, combined with extensive opportunities for solo performance practice.

Core Components:

• Vocal Anatomy and Technique: Instruction covers the proper use of the diaphragm, breath control exercises, vocal registration (head voice vs. chest voice), and posture training to maximize vocal health and tone. Students will learn the physical mechanics necessary for sustained and powerful singing.

• Solo Performance Preparation: Each student will select and prepare a solo piece, receiving personalized coaching on musicality, interpretation, diction, and stage presence. Emphasis will be placed on overcoming performance anxiety and developing a confident stage demeanor.

• Repertoire Exploration: Students will be exposed to diverse musical styles, from musical theater to classical and contemporary pieces, to broaden their understanding of vocal demands across genres.

• The Final Recital: The week culminates in a formal recital on the final day, providing students with a valuable opportunity to showcase their prepared solos to parents and peers.

Learning Outcomes:

The "Vocal Virtuosos Workshop" is structured to achieve the following educational goals for participants:

• Mastery of Vocal Technique: Acquire a practical understanding of vocal anatomy and apply physical techniques for improved breath support, range, and tone.

• Solo Performance Readiness: Build the skills and confidence required to select, prepare, and execute a solo piece for an audience.

• Advanced Musicality: Enhance ability to interpret music, convey emotion, and apply appropriate dynamics and phrasing to varied repertoire.

• Stage Confidence: Develop polished stage presence and professional etiquette necessary for performing in a recital setting.