Come gather 'round and listen close
As I tell a tale in verse and prose
Of music and magic, that's sure to please
With notes that soar and melodies that seize

First, let's hold our instruments tight
Guitars, pianos, and drums in sight
Arrange them in neat rows and rows
So that we can play and strike a pose

Compose a tune with notes so sweet
That everyone will want to repeat
Croon along and hum the beat
Until it sounds just right and neat

Now it's time to conduct the band
Wave your arms, take a stand
And let the music flow so grand
As we play and sing all across the land

Carols and fiddles fill the air
As we improvise without a care
And let our creativity flare
With each note, we share and dare

So let's make some music and have some fun
Until the day is finally done
And we'll sing, play and dance as one
With music, our hearts will always be won!

Reflections

1. What instruments did the children use to make their music, and how did they arrange them to create a beautiful melody?
2. How did the children compose their music, and what steps did they take to make sure it sounded just right?
3. What does it mean to conduct a band, and how did the children take turns leading the group to play their music?
4. What types of songs did the children carol and fiddle, and how did they improvise to make each tune unique?
5. How did the children feel as they played their music, and what did they learn about themselves and each other through their musical adventure?