General Music

Our daily music instruction combines techniques of Kodaly, Orff and Dalcroze.  All students are exposed to a wide variety of kinesthetic, cognitive and existential musical experiences.

Students are taught how to express themselves musically, understand the role of musical art as it relates to life, and make connections between music and other subjects.

Fifth graders travel to the historic Severance Hall to enjoy a performance of the Cleveland Orchestra. Seventh and eighth graders experience the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and Museum. A variety of local professional musical artists have demonstrated their skills to our students as well.

Beginning in 2012, fifth grade was divided into 3 groups that meet during the day: band, choir and general music. This grouping will continues next year and continue to grow over four years until it applies to everyone, 5th-8th grade.

 

 

 


         

Handbell Ensemble

The handbell ensemble is an audition only group that is composed of students from Gr. 6-8. They meet each Tuesday after school.  Students prepare music for worship, the Annual Humphrey Society event, the spring concert and other special occasions. The handbell ensemble is directed by Sister Mary Beth Gray SND and assisted by Miss Amanda Vlainic.

 

The Honors Choir

The honors choir is an audition only group composed of students from grades 5-8. It meets each Wednesday after school and prepares music for worship, the spring concert and special occasions. The honors choir is directed by Miss Amanda Vlainic, with accompanist Sister Mary Beth Gray SND.

 


 		  

Band

The Band Program began in 2012 and meets as a full group during music class, once a week. Additionally, they rehearse in small group sectionals in the mornings. Percussion instruments meet Tuesday morning, brass on Wednesday morning, and woodwinds on Thursday morning. Students are able to play flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone or percussion. This program exists due to generous musical instrument donations. If you are interested in donating to the music program, please contact Amanda Vlainic at: avlainic@metrocatholic.org or call Metro Catholic School 216 631 5733 X142.