Singing Games To Learn, Create And Have Fun!

In this session Denise will share new singing games and some new ways to play old favorites! Singing games get your students singing, moving, creating and learning many musical concepts! You’ll play Toss and Catch, Tap and Grab, and more new games. Games from diverse cultures and genres will help to be inclusive for all learners. You’ll get many ideas for engaging ways to teach kids music reading, writing, and listening. In this session, we will sing, move, dance and play games and dances to become better musicians. We’ll have fun reading, writing, improvising and creating because EVERY game teaches many concepts and skills.

Barbara Schenck 

Musicplay
Clinician

Serving as a clinician for Musicplay, Barbara Schenck is a dedicated educator with a passion for music. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Vocal Music Performance and Education from Indiana Wesleyan University and a Master's degree in Education from Siena Heights University.

For 20 years, she served as the Director of Choirs at Springbrook Middle School, where her choirs consistently achieved high levels of musical excellence. As an Elementary Music Teacher she implemented engaging music programs using Denise Gagne’s Musicplay curriculum, positively enhancing her school district’s music program. Barbara has served as a Cooperating Teacher and has coached aspiring teachers for 20 years.

Beyond her professional achievements, Barbara is known for fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment. She inspires students and colleagues alike with her enthusiasm for music and education, leaving a lasting impact on the lives of those she has had the privilege to teach and mentor.

The FMEA Professional Development Conference and All-State Ensembles receive support in part by the State of Florida, Department of State, Division of Arts and Culture, and the Florida Council on Arts and Culture.