April 21st, 2021
Ariko
Today we got continued to learn about traditional French-Canadian music through a performance from the group Ariko. Scroll to find out more about the group as well as additional videos from the group.
Comment ça va?
Please click on the link below and navigate to the Microsoft Form to answer comment ça va in french.
Please answer the other questions on the form in English.
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Step Dancing
Today we began by continuing with our video from Ariko. Yesterday we watched the portion on how to play the spoons. Today we had the opportunity to learn about step dancing.
Stepdancing is “A fast paced, rugged and energetic style of dance usually performed to traditional fiddle music and requiring limited surface movement. The dance is concentrated on foot work involving limited hand and arm motion. Stepdancing requires a board with a hard, smooth surface, character shoes with special clickers attached to the toe and heel, and music.”
Ariko Performance
Today in class we continued watching a special performance from Ariko that was sent to our school. Thanks to a grant we were able to secure this performance, as well as a live Q&A with Ariko, and a set of wooden spoons. Here is a short performance from Ariko. This is an example of what we listened to during class today.
Step Dancing
During the Ariko video we were taught some step-dancing moves. Here is a different video you can try and practice with.
Questions for Ariko
Tomorrow is our Q&A with Ariko. Think of some questions you may want answered during the Q&A and submit them on the Microsoft form below.
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I hope you enjoy these activities and I look forward to seeing you tomorrow!
~Miss Johnston
Enjoy
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