Students at MED attend music class once a week. Here they actively
explore music in a variety of ways: singing, dancing, listening, improvising, composing,
playing classroom instruments, and reading rhythms and pitches.
Our program draws upon the pedagogies of Orff, Kodaly, and
Gordon and aims to create well-rounded and enthusiastic musicians.
Additionally, fourth graders may choose to participate in chorus, nicknamed the “Chatham Canaries”.
The Canaries perform a traditional winter concert and perform in a spring musical.
We are proud that our program has grown to about 90% voluntary participation!
I welcome you to listen to some of our recordings or read about our
curriculum, report card, and upcoming events. Enjoy!
Abby Brownell, Music Teacher
Mary E. Dardess Elementary School
Chatham, NY
392-2255 x 3046
brownella@chatham.k12.ny.us