Over 1,000 P4-P7 pupils from Aberhill Primary, Buckhaven Primary, Denbeath Primary and Methilhill Primary joined the Fischy Band today at special cluster concerts at Levenmouth Academy in Fife.
The concerts celebrated the end of a 6-week Youth Music Initiative (YMI) Project, with children and staff taking part in song teaching workshops and mini song writing workshops.
Some quotes:
“Please pass on my thanks to the whole team. I have thoroughly enjoyed the input from Stephen and Rachel in my class. The concert today was fabulous. The children loved having the band there and were especially in awe of the drumming.” Teacher
“I have loved singing these songs with my class. It was really nice to have a chance for the whole school to sing together.” Teacher
“My children have loved singing to the songs. They were easy to pick up, repetitive and had fabulous actions.” Teacher
“The children were enthusiastic about their new song and would sing it while doing their work. It was great for them to experience a live band. It has given me the confidence to try new things like making up a new song.” Teacher
“I enjoyed the live band. The drumming was ace.” Pupil
“I liked the different beats to the different songs.” Pupil
“The concert was my favourite part.” Pupil
“The concert was so fun!” Pupil
“I liked joining in the actions to the songs.” Pupil