Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, step right up to another exhilarating episode of BUZZ21!, where we transform the pBuzz into the star of the show.
Today, Grant Golding masterfully orchestrates a trio of tunes from the musical extravaganza, The Greatest Showman. He also introduces us to another song that will be great for introducing your little learners to playing and enjoying music.
It's a session that goes beyond just playing notes; it's about creating moments that live in the heart long after the music stops.
Behind the scenes with AudioStretch
Grant takes us behind the curtain, revealing the magic of AudioStretch. It's like a backstage pass to the perfect pitch, essential for setting the stage for our first act, The Greatest Show, which ascends by a semitone. Then, This Is Me stands proudly in its original key, requiring no alteration – a tune ready for the spotlight. And for the finale, From Now On takes a step down by a semitone, completing our setlist with a sense of homecoming.
Stomping and clapping to the beat
But there's more to this show than just melody. It's about the stomp-stomp-clap of The Greatest Show, a rhythm that resonates with the heartbeat of our audience. Grant shows us how to weave these beats into the fabric of the tune, creating an ensemble effect that's downright infectious.
This Is Me: a pBuzz anthem
Then, for something a touch more challenging, This Is Me enters the ring. It's a rousing anthem that speaks to the soul, teaching it note by note, fostering a sense of pride and belonging with every breath and buzz. Grant encourages us to sing along, blending voices with the brass to strike a chord that echoes the resilience and spirit of every player.
The best day of your pBuzz life
Moving on, Grant unveils the playful riff of Best Day of My Life by American Authors. It's a tune that pushes the boundaries of AudioStretch, leaping up three semitones, but in doing so, finds a joyful pitch that makes the song come alive in a whole new way. It's a lesson in not shying away from experimentation, for the results can make a real impact on your students (and give your ears a well-earned break from Shotgun and Baby Shark).
The grand finale
Grant's methodical approach to these tunes, complete with backing tracks and harmonies, is not just teaching – it's an act of sharing joy, with a bit of razzle-dazzle thrown in for good measure. Whether it's the dramatics of The Greatest Showman or the buoyant optimism of Best Day of My Life, these songs are chosen to inspire and elevate the pBuzz experience from a lesson to a performance.
Here is episode six of BUZZ21!
So, gather your pBuzzes and let's create a spectacle of sound that'll have the audience – be it a classroom or a concert hall – on their feet and singing their hearts out.
- This is episode six of eight amazing BUZZ21! videos. Discover the complete BUZZ21! pBuzz series.
- The free pBuzz resources don't end here. Thrifty teachers should make a beeline for the pBuzz Primary page, for two years' worth of lesson plans.
- Brass bands are making a comeback in Sheffield...thanks to the hardworking staff, some talented youngsters, and whole-class learning with pBuzz. Find out how kids in Sheffield are going from beginners to the brass band.
