The Caryle Song
The Grade 6 students from Carlyle have a new song to share! The students wrote and composed an original song on how technology affects society and our daily lives. Almost two years into the pandemic, technology has certainly been an essential tool to communicate and navigate in this world. However, the song emphasizes the importance of maintaining a balance between screen time and enjoying life without constantly relying on our devices. The students not only wrote all the lyrics, they also composed the melodies and rhythms using various instruments in the music class. The hope is for this song to encourage everyone to move, sing, dance, and enjoy every precious moment in life.
To hear “A Little While,” click here. For April, Nevia Perrotta and Flora Baron were recognized as Students of the Month for their leadership role on this project, noted music teacher Christine Crawford. Both in Grade 6, Nevia and Flora continually demonstrate their love of their school and learning. As both are very musically inclined, they had a significant impact on the creation of the Carlyle original song “A Little While,” written as part of their International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program exhibition requirement. Working as a team, both in-school and on the weekend, they composed the melodies and rhythms of the verses, the pre-chorus, and parts of the chorus of the song. The two students demonstrated great determination, discipline, and perseverance throughout the entire creative process. Nevia and Flora are being recognized for their overall contribution to the school community, as they also are part of the school’s leadership program. Their responsibilities include supporting and helping students resolve issues during recess, role modeling and assisting their teachers when needed. They are excellent role models for both Carlyle and their peers across the EMSB.
To see CBC Montreal featuring “A Little While,” click here
Here is our podcast with Ms. Crawford and some of the students.
