And All. That. Jazz.

April is Jazz Appreciation Month or “JAM” for short! Jazz is such an important musical genre to our nations culture and history, so it only seems appropriate that we would devote an entire month to celebrating this unique and eclectic style! From New Orleans style, Big Band/Swing, and the ever so cool smooth jazz, there is something for everyone. Jazz can be relaxing, but it can also give you a reason to tap your toes and snap along!

Here in Hillsborough County we spend time with with our students in class learning about Blues and Jazz music. As music educators we are able to use this art form to teach many skills such as improvisation and syncopation, two of the main characteristics of Jazz. This month we invite you and your family to get in the groove with some Jazz favorites and maybe even create some for yourself!

Let’s Learn a Little About Jazz!

Below are two introduction to Jazz videos. The first is great for older learners and the second video may be best for younger learners and preschoolers!

Check out the links below to play some Jazz themed games and create your own music!

Folkways Jazz Game

Brain Pop Jazz History

Jazz Rhythms

Chrome Music Lab

https://fmea.org/advocacy/

Pages created by (HCEMEC) Hillsborough County Elementary Music Educators Council Advocacy, HCPS K-5 Music. We support positive views of Music Education and encourage active participation in local, state & national legislative issues related to arts education.

We provide training and continuing education to HCPS K-5 music educators to ensure that we give opportunities for success in music for all of our elementary students.

See you next time!

lorri.naylor@sdhc.k12.fl.us rebecca.scott@sdhc.k12.fl.us