Cultural Corner

Energy Levels - Group A

2010-08-11T01:49:00.000-07:00

During lesson 2 we studied changes in energy levels in dance, then had a go at showing this in our own dances. Here's what we came up with.

Advertising TIS

2010-08-11T01:12:00.000-07:00

During our movie making and drama sessions, the students from rotation 3 were given a challenge - to create an ad for TIS that would sell our school, but in a fun, interesting and innovative way! Many groups chose to base their ads on an existing telelvision ad, with varying success. Here are some of the best ones from across the school:

Energy Dances - Group B

2010-06-10T00:58:00.001-07:00

In lesson 2 we learnt about changing the energy levels of our dance moves to suit the music. Here are some video examples from each class of a dance we choreographed to show this change:

Energy dances - group C

2010-06-02T15:24:00.000-07:00

In dance we look at how to use the dance elements to enhance our choreography. In lesson 2, we looked at how changes in tempo effect the energy levels. Here's what we came up with!

Production Audition Information

2010-03-05T17:48:00.000-08:00

For your audition, you will need to:

• Individually sing one chorus from a song of your choice (no backing music)
• Individually sing a section of one song from Beauty and the Beast (these songs have been taught for the past 4 weeks during choir sessions)
• One of the two songs needs to have choreography. This can be simple and we are looking at students to ability to move in time with the music and be animated. It doesn’t have to be a dance.
• In pairs, you will read a section of script from your character's role. Scripts are available below - please copy out (most characters only have a few lines)

Remember to put your audition form in the box outside the PAC before Friday 12 March so we know who is interested!!!!

Audition Scripts

2010-03-04T14:51:00.001-08:00

Here are the audition scripts you will need. Choose ONE, find a partner and get rehearsing! Remember, we are looking at how you show off your character. There aren't that many lines in any script, so you should be able to memorise them and not need them written down. Go for it, be animated, give it your all!!!!!

Script 1
Gaston and Le Fou (happens during the song ‘Belle’).

Lefou
You didn’t miss a shot Gaston. You’re the greatest hunter in the whole wide world.
Gaston
I know.
Lefou
No beast alive stands a chance against you! And no girl for that matter.
Gaston
It’s true, Lefou
(points to Belle)
And I’ve got my sights set on that one.
Lefou
The inventor’s daughter?
Gaston
She’s the lucky girl I’m going to marry.
Lefou
But, she’s ……
Gaston
The most beautiful girl in town.
Lefou
I know, but …….
Gaston
And don’t I deserve the best?
Lefou
Well, of course you do!

Script 2
Cogsworth and Lumiere. Intro to the song ‘Be Our Guest’ (Belle is hungry and wants dinner, but the Beast has said she isn’t allowed to eat unless it’s with him. Cogsworth wants to follow the Beast’s instructions…)

Cogsworth
Fine. Glass of water, crust of bread and then….
Lumiere
Cogsworth! She’s not a prisoner, she’s our guest! We must make her feel welcome here!
Cogsworth
All right, dinner. But keep it down! If the Master finds out, it’ll be our necks!
Lumiere
Of course…..of course! But what is dinner without a little music?
Cogsworth
Music?
Lumiere
Ma chere mademoiselle, it is with deepest pride and greatest pleasure that we welcome you tonight. And how we invite you to relax. Let us pull up a chair as the Dining Room proudly presents…your dinner!

Script 3
Between Belle and the Beast. Belle has come to rescue her father from the castle and has just found him locked in a dungeon.

Belle
I won’t leave you here! (to Maurice)
(senses the Beast)
Who’s there?
(hears the beast panting)
I know someone’s there. Who are you?
Beast
The master of this castle.
Belle
Then, you’re the one who’s responsible for this! Release my father at once!
Beast
I do not take orders from anyone. Get out!
Belle
No! Wait! Forgive me. Please, let him out. Can’t you see he’s not well?
Beast
Then he should not have trespassed here.
Belle
But he’s an old man. He could die!
Beast
There’s nothing you can do!
Belle
Wait, please…..take me instead.

Script 4
Narrators describing the forest scene as Belle, the wolves and the Beast mime what they say.

Narrator 1
Belle ran into the forest as fast as she could
Narrator 2
Night was falling, a storm was approaching, and it was getting hard to see.
Narrator 1
When she stopped to catch her breath, Belle heard the low and menacing growling of wolves!
Narrator 2
One wolf charged Belle head-on, and she grabbed a branch to defend herself.
Narrator 1
Suddently the Beast leaped out of nowhere and pulled the wolves off of Belle.
Narrator 2
Belle took cover as the wolves turned and attacked the Beast.
Narrator 1
One grabbed hold of the Beast’s forearm, wounding him.
Narrator 2
The Beast struggled to stay on his feet.
Narrator 1
Once the Beast hurled the last wolf away….he collapsed, exhausted and in pain.

Lesson 9 - Playing Music

2009-08-24T01:12:00.000-07:00

In lesson 8 we learnt how to read standard notation - real music! In lesson 9, we practised what we had learnt by playing some music. Here are some whole class performances:

Lesson 7 - Instruments of the Orchestra

2009-08-17T00:25:00.000-07:00

In lesson 7 we learnt about the instruments in an orchestra. After some theory, we had a go at a variety of orchestral instruments, including the violin, cello and drums - most people's favourite!

Here are some photos from Monday's classes:

And Tuesday's lesson:

Stomp! Percussive Performances

2009-08-11T22:15:00.000-07:00

In lesson 6, students look at making music using everyday objects (buckets, brooms, brushes) to make a percussive performance. This is based on the musical group 'STOMP'. Here are the performances:

T1B

K1B

M1B

K2B

M2B

T2B

Lesson 4 Xlylophones and Glockenspiels (Thursday)

2009-08-05T19:50:00.000-07:00

Today we looked at xylophones and glockenspiels. Here are some of our group performances:

T2B

M2B

K2B

Lesson 4 Xylophones and Glockenspiels - Wednesday

2009-08-04T20:14:00.000-07:00

In Lesson 4 we learnt about xylophones and glockenspiels. Then we got into groups to write our own piece of music to perform. Here are some of Wednesday's performances:

K1B

M1B

T1B

Lesson 3 - Percussion Instruments (Tuesday)

2009-08-03T21:06:00.000-07:00

In lesson 3 we looked at a variety of simple percussion instruments. We then got into groups and wrote our own 12 beat pattern to perform. Here are some performances from Tuesday: K2B

M2B

T1B

Lesson 3 - Percussion Instruments

2009-08-03T00:58:00.000-07:00

In lesson 3 we looked at a variety of simple percussion instruments. We then got into groups and wrote our own 12 beat pattern to perform. Here are some performances:

T1B - Danielle's Group

T1B - Sachin's Group

M1B - Jack's Group

M1B - Taylor's Group

K1B - Sammy's Group

K1B - Tempany's Group

Dance Festival Videos - part 2

2009-08-03T00:00:00.000-07:00

The other three dance teams:

Better late than never! Dance Festival Videos

2009-08-02T22:20:00.000-07:00

Here are the videos of the dance festival groups performing on the morning of the festival, in our school hall.

Dance Festival 2009

2009-05-19T00:30:00.000-07:00

This afternoon 6 teams of very excited dancers (38 in total) traveled to Hastings Intermediate for the HB Dance Festival. The teams have been working hard in their own time since halfway through term 1 and it was great to see the effort paying off. All teams performed really well with a lot of enthusiasm, and should be proud of their hard work.

And the best news? Taradale 4 team placed 3rd equal overall, with the Thriller (Taradale 6) team taing out the top prize of 1st place!

Taradale 4 - 3rd equal.

Taradale 6, Thriller - 1st place!

Superstar Update

2009-05-18T00:37:00.001-07:00

Congratulations to the four students who have been selected to go through to the next round of auditions on Saturday. This time they sing again with a backing track and the judges are looking for more than just singing ability - they want the X factor!

Good luck to Bailley, Dania, Rhiann and Grace. Keep practicing girls!

Lesson 4 Composition Lesson - Xylophones and Glockenspiels

2009-05-17T01:58:00.000-07:00

In lesson 4, students get into groups and use their music skills to compose a simple rhythm on their instruments (xylophones and glockenspiels).

They are encouraged to use repeating patterns and varying dynamics to make it interesting. Here are some of the best group performances from each class:

TIC - Sarah's Group

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Superstar 2009

2009-05-17T01:44:00.000-07:00

Superstar is a Primary and Intermediate age singing competition that is run like Idol - each school enters some talented students into the first round of auditions where they have to sing un-accompanied (without any backing music!). Those who are good enough are chosen to attend 'Hollywood Week' (held on a Saturday) where they attend workshops. From here, a top 20 are chosen who then compete in a live final. The winner is chosen by audience vote.

This year, T.I.S. has sent 8 students to the first round of auditions. We are currently waiting to hear if any of these awesome singers are through to the next round. Watch this space!

These students are: Bailley, Mikensie, Lauren, Rhiann, Issy, Sasha, Grace and Dania. Good luck girls!

Thursday 26th March - Composition Lesson

2009-03-26T01:02:00.000-07:00