'We buy recorders by the box load. I always get these and basic percussion instruments from the Keyboard in Action on-line catalogue at www.
starland.co.uk,' Liz told us. Descant recorders in a choice of child-friendly colours - translucent blue, green and red are available at 3 each and there is a Boomwhackers Starter Package (sufficient for 21 children) for Pounds 49. Liz is a composer and teacher, so the pupils can enjoy singing and playing original works, some of which will be available for other schools to use. (Further information from lizsharma@aol.com) At a recent concert the children performed a work called Rainbow Island alongside professional musicians. Every pupil in the school was involved, including those in the nursery playing percussion. For teachers who want to keep informed about music in schools, Liz recommends the website www.musicmanifesto.co.uk.
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