Choir · Week 36 · Concert and Reflection
A Song of Thanks
Students share a short original phrase of thanks set to their own rhythm or melody for an ensemble member who supported them and close by singing together.
- Students will
- Students create a short original phrase that thanks an ensemble member, set it to a four beat rhythm or short melody, and share it as a closing ensemble moment.
- SEL skill
- Express thanks by naming a specific action and its impact
- What it looks like
- Students practice relationship skills by expressing gratitude clearly and listening with appreciation.
- Content focus
- A Song of Thanks
- Format
- Partner exchange
Relationship skills
Relationship skills mean building and keeping healthy connections through clear communication, listening, teamwork, and working through problems. More relationship skills activities
What you get
A teacher guide with what to say, step by step, plus student pages and a supports page for students with diverse learning needs, including those with IEPs. Print or Project it, or assign it in Google Forms and Google Docs for Google Classroom. Your first 10 activities are free.
Standards
- MU:Cr3.2.E.HSI: Music, Ensembles, Creating, Anchor Standard 3 (Refine and complete artistic work), High School Proficient
- Artistic process: Creating
- Level: High School Proficient
More relationship skills activities for Choir
- Choir Is a Team Relationship skillsStudents set ensemble norms for rehearsal and practice giving peers encouraging feedback.
- Section Leaders Relationship skillsStudents practice leading a short sectional and giving feedback that motivates without embarrassing anyone.
- Hearing Feedback Relationship skillsStudents listen to a recording of their rehearsal, evaluate it with shared criteria, and respond to feedback without blame.
- Harmony in Groups Relationship skillsSmall groups develop a simple harmony for a melody and record it, negotiating creative differences along the way.
RoseThread Connect activities are drafted with the help of AI and shaped by educators. Students never have to share anything personal. Our five SEL skills are informed by CASEL's SEL Framework; RoseThread Learning is not affiliated with or endorsed by CASEL.