rgigax's Media Stream
Merrily We Roll Along - Recorder
Follow Mrs. Gigax in learning one of the 4th grade Recorder Karate songs, Merrily We Roll Along. The video starts with a playing example, and then continues with instruction on notation.
The Maestro's Finale
Composer John Williams reflects on his body of works for the STAR WARS saga and shares insights on scoring THE RISE OF SKYWALKER.
The Power of Music - part 2
Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark - "Map Room" Scene The most memorable music from the Indiana Jones films is of course the classic 'Raiders March', but John Williams also composed numerous other standout sequences for each film. For the first, and arguably the best film, he composed a wonderfully mysterious and solemn piece for the Map Room sequence, where Indy finally finds the secret resting place of the Ark of the Covenant.
The Power of Music
Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark: Map Room Scene The music for this movie was composed by the famous John Williams. But...what would happen if there was no music? Watch this 3-minute scene with John Williams's music removed. The rest of the sound is still intact.
Colin's Handwashing song
Colin wrote a hand washing parody to the well-known "Mary Had a Little Lamb" for Mrs. Gigax's 3rd grade Music class.
Emily's handwashing song
Emily C. wrote a handwashing parody song for Mrs. Gigax's 3rd grade Music class.
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Brayden's handwashing song
Brayden wrote this handwashing parody song for Mrs. Gigax's 3rd grade Music class.
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Abigail - Handwashing Parody
A great example of the hand washing parody assignment for Mrs. Gigax's 3rd grade Music class!
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The Epic Hand Washing Parody
Songs that you know turned into awesome 20-second parodies, in perfect time for washing hands. Can you make your own 20-second (school-appropriate) hand-washing parody using one of your favorite songs?
Jazzy Jumping
Combine the game of hopscotch with musical memory! Try your solfege singing skills with this outside activity.
Water Whistle
Music and Science combine! Create a musical whistle with a straw and some water.
Musical Straw
Music and science combine! A reed instrument made out of a straw.
Crestview "Arts Alive"
3rd grade presents "Arts Alive" as part of Crestview's 2020 Fine Arts Night. This show was recorded on March 12th without an audience, the day after our scheduled (but suspended) Fine Arts event. I am very proud of all of my 3rd grade students!
3rd Grade Seussical Musical
Crestview 3rd grade presents a "Seussical Musical" in honor of Right to Read Week. Performance date: March 9, 2018
True Colors
The classes of Mr. Kuzilla and Mrs. Brush at Crestview Elementary present "True Colors" as part of the talent show on May 22nd, 2017.
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"True Colors" sign language tutorial
Learn the sign language to "True Colors", as made famous again by the movie TROLLS. The first portion is slow, with singing, and the second portion is with the soundtrack recording.
Emmanuel Bishop Violin concert
Emmanuel Bishop of the United States, age 15, performs a violin concert at World Down Syndrome Day in Konya, Turkey.
Cello Bow Hold
5th Grade Orchestra supplement to learning a relaxed cello bow hold
Violin and Viola Bow Hold
Beginning 5th Grade Orchestra supplement to learning the professional bow hold for violin and viola
Brunswick String Festival 2015
Watch orchestras from grades 5 through 12 perform independently, and then together in a grand finale, at the 2015 String Festival held at Brunswick High School on March 23.
Spiccato bowing
Learn to bounce the bow according to the needs of the music.
Soul Strings Viola/Violin 2 Tutorial
Hear the Viola and Violin 2 part to "Soul Strings" played at concert speed, and then practice with Mrs. Gigax slowly.
Soul Strings Violin Tutorial
Hear the violin part to "Soul Strings" run through at concert speed, and then practice slowly with Mrs. Gigax
Soul Strings Cello Tutorial
5th grade cello students can hear their tuning pitches, hear "Soul Strings" run through at concert speed, and then practice slowly with Mrs. Gigax.
Essential Elements for Strings DVD - violin
This is the DVD that comes with the purchase of your Essential Elements for Strings book. It reviews what we learn in the first month of Strings, including how to hold the instrument and the bow, and how to find notes on the D string. It also covers basic care and maintenance of the instrument and bow.
Choosing the Right Stringed Instrument
Should you rent or buy a stringed instrument for beginning Orchestra? This video will help you find the right instrument, new or used.
ORCHESTRA RECRUITMENT
Motivational video that shows what it's like to be in 5th grade Strings, with individual instrument demonstrations on violin, viola, cello, and double bass.
BAND RECRUITMENT
Motivational video that shows what it's like to be in 5th grade Band, and includes individual instrument demonstrations.
Pictures at an Exhibition - The Great Gate of Kiev
Pictures at an Exhibition - The Great Gate of Kiev
Pictures at an Exhibition - parts 3 and 4
Pictures at an Exhibition - parts 3 and 4
Pictures at an Exhibition - parts 5 and 6
Pictures at an Exhibition - parts 5 and 6
Pictures at an Exhibition - parts 1 and 2
Pictures at an Exhibition - parts 1 and 2
