Music

The VMS music program is an exciting and fun curriculum based on the Orff-Schulwerk process of teaching and learning. In addition to the regularly scheduled classes, group choral and various solo instrumental classes are offered throughout the year.

Orff-Schulwerk Process

Orff-Schulwerk is a general, group-oriented musicality where the individual can explore, create, compose, and enjoy all elements of music. Through singing, movement, speaking, body sound rhythms, playing simple melody instruments and percussion instruments with music scores, and improvisation, children learn the love and joys of music.

Music in Our Programs

Toddlers move into their Primary years exploring rhythm, practicing their listening skills, making melodies with voice, and learning the sounds of instruments and different types of music, with an emphasis on unfolding the natural musical abilities within each child.

Elementary and Middle School students study the elements of music, including melody, beat, rhythm, meter, vocals, instrumental expression, tempo, and articulation. They experience music in a cultural context.

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Special Events

The VMS Music program offers students the opportunity to present what they have practiced in class to their community. Stay tuned for special events including a musical performance at our UN & World Cultures Day Celebration in October.

Enjoy this video from our Summer Musical Production of Willy Wonka!