Music

At its inception, the school’s vision centered upon the relationship between music education and the immersion process of learning a second language. They are partners in a full education. Though the national trend is to reduce this component of education, we believe that a strong music art curriculum lays the foundation for strong mathematical and scientific intelligence. All grade levels at L’Ecole Française du Maine are immersed in our Music Arts Program, which includes the Music Together In School Program from Early Childhood through grade 1, music theory taught through ukulele in the elementary grades,and a Choral Program and an opportunity for private Suzuki lessons on site during the school day.

Music Together: (from Music Together) “The international Music Together program has been offered worldwide for more than twenty-five years. The comprehensive Music Together In School curriculum for children from birth through second grade offers early learning settings a consistently high level of music education that’s geared to the way children learn. Children can enjoy a playful learning environment that’s musically rich, yet immediately accessible to their-and their teacher’s-participation. Teachers love the professional development and family engagement at the root of the program. And parents love that the music comes home, so they can share in the experience. The curriculum supports the work of classroom teachers and engages parents, in addition to supporting each child’s music and overall development.”

Ukulele and Music Theory: What fun to apply the musical skills learned in the early years to playing the ukulele with friends! Playing the ukulele is a wonderful way to develop musical skills and learn theory, all the while gaining music appreciation through an instrument that can be enjoyed for a lifetime. Our students enjoy practicing together, singing along, and performing for family and friends!

Suzuki Program: The immersion method is Listen and Learn. The Suzuki method is the same. We’re proud to work in collaboration with the Maine Suzuki Association to offer our students private, on-site Suzuki lessons in piano, guitar, violin and cello. Parent involvement is required for private lessons.

Choral Program: Our school “Chorale,” comprised of all students, practices weekly with our Chorus leaders and accompanist. The “Chorale” often performs during our monthly school community events, which are a key component of the music program. These community performances may also include musical pieces from Suzuki students, and general songs, dances and skits.

Music Together