Classes are small, generally about 8 to 10, per class. We use Thunkers to prepare students to play Orff Instruments. This is very effective in developing students to play Bordun with correct posture, etc. We also use Boom Pipes, which is very helpful in developing Basic Beat. Kindergarten classes learn Moving Bordun, Melody on Orff Instruments and Playing alternate Boom Pipes with selections.
Students first learn the technique of playing the note, before they receive the music.
We have a Pilot Program which involves teaching the Alto Recorder. Students in Grades four, five and six, start playing Alto Recorder, using the same fingering as on the soprano recorder. Soprano Recorders use Concert pitch. Alto Recorders use music pitched a 5th above concert pitch and consequently use the same fingering as the soprano. Dance Teacher, Art Teacher, and Orff Teacher combine in a one week workshop for all Montessori students in school.