Canterbury Musical Parenting Association Inc. Newsletter May 2010

NEXT MONTHLY MEETING

Wednesday 19^th May in the Trinity Room at the Christchurch School of Music on Barbados St.

7.30-9pm Ukulele Workshop with Roger Hamilton. He promises that in one session he can teach us 3 chords and at least 5 songs! A great session for anybody interested in being able to accompany themselves singing and very useful for pre/primary school teachers and anybody who interacts with children. It’s also going to be a lot of fun - cost $5 for CMPA members, $10 for non-members, which will include a booklet to take away.

To book a ukulele contact Georgina on grsclarinet@hotmail.com

9-9.15pm Library time -Katharina will help you with your hire needs.

Julie Gaudin’s Corner

Welcome back to Musical Parenting for all those who have paid their subs, and for those that haven’t a gentle reminder that this is your last newsletter you will get before being “turned off” so get your cheque book out and come along to our next meeting. Roger Hamilton will play and sing us through an hour of Ukulele instruction, teach us 3 chords and how to put them with at least 5 songs. I have been to Roger’s workshops before and he always has a little extra something for more advanced players so do come along even if you play a bit. Bring your ukulele or borrow one for the night. If you can’t make it then why not pay your subs from the comfort of your own home using Internet banking.

 The day workshop with Soili was very enjoyable. According to a recent survey the Finnish are the happiest and most content people on the planet, and their teachers are the best trained. I think Soili is responsible for both these statistics. I was particularly inspired by how she builds up a song with complex movements from a simple idea, and always follows the speed of the participants. I am using around 80% of what I learnt that day with all the children I teach, I haven’t quite found a niche for the Sauna song yet. Financially it was also a great investment for musical parenting. So many teachers came that we made a reasonable profit which can be reinvested into other workshops and used to buy resources for the library.

 We are in the process of lining up more guests for our workshops - so if you know anyone you think would be inspiring and marvelous do let me know.

See you soon

Julie

Dates to Note

“Tiny Tapping Toes” Under 5’s Series at the Christchurch Music Centre

Mondays once a month at 10.00am: $4 per child - carers/parents free

To book contact Trish Rainey 3775000 or e-mail concerts@musiccentre.org.nz

14^th June    Magical Movement with Canterbury Ballet

5^th July       Julie Wylie and Louise Shand - early childhood musical play

2^nd August  Jackie Jones - highland dance, music and movement

Disney on Ice - Friday 28^th to Sunday 30^th May at Westpac Stadium. It’s the real deal Disney experience with fabulous music, costumes and ice skating.  Book at Ticketek.

A mini Canterbury Music Education music conference on Saturday June 26th with a lot of choices for Musical Parenting members. Contact Celia Stewart for more information.

Lyttelton Harbour Festival of Lights runs for 10 days from Friday 18^th to Sunday 27^th June in Lyttelton Township. Events include mid winter feasts, music, theatre, walks, culinary activities, art, crafts, star gazing etc. The highlight will be the terrific street party on Friday June 25^th from 6-10pm with a spectacular parade, circus spectacular, music and dance, exhibitions, an outdoor street market with winter warmers, quality art and craft and a brilliant firework display.During the entire 10 day event, landmark items in the township will be illuminated.

TV2 Kidsfest 2010 is on from Saturday 3^rd to Friday 16^th July.  To find out about events for your kids go to http://www.kidsfest.co.nz/.  CMPA are not taking part this year but look out for a new event from us next year!

Ukulele workshop for adults – if you work in early childhood or primary teaching this is excellent professional development. If you are a parent it’s an opportunity to stay “one step ahead” of your child or to see if the Ukulele might be a good first instrument for your child. Everything provided and you get a song sheet to take away. Feel free to show this to anyone you think may be interested. Hope to see you on Wednesday!

UKULELE FOR THE ABSOLUTE BEGINNER (AND BEYOND)
With Roger Hamilton

Sing, and play your way through popular children’s classics with 3 chords.

We’ll even lend you a ukulele to learn on.

No experience necessary.

Workshop is aimed at adults - a children’s session may follow later in the year.
$5 members, $10 non members (one year membership costs $25, memberships for groups and schools also available)
7.30pm to 9pm

Wednesday May 19th, Trinity Room, Christchurch Music Centre (Corner of Barbadoes and Ferry Roads)

To confirm your place and ukulele please email Georgina on grsclarinet@hotmail.com