Music in the Garden

Archie shows off his skill with the drill under the watchful eye of his co-horts and Chappie Ronnie

Archie shows off his skill with the drill under the watchful eye of his co-horts and Chappie Ronnie

Barb Rees

Vegies, herbs and flowers aren’t the only things growing in the Rainbow Beach State School’s garden. There are musical instruments popping up all over the place. Years 4,5 and 6, under the guidance of Adrian and Tina, hope to soon be making beautiful music with their own handmade instruments.

Chappie Ronnie explains “This is their contribution to the 30th Anniversary celebrations…making musical instruments that will stay in the garden for everyone to enjoy.

“They are using recycled timber, corrugated tin, plumbing pipes and aluminium tubing to create musical masterpieces. They are learning about recycling, about rhythm and movement, as well as using maths to work out the length each pipe and tube needs to be to make a certain note.” says Tina.

“It’s all very hands on and the kids are really enthusiastic. We just need more help from mums and dads so that we can get everything finished in time.”

Adrian, Tina, Mr Grogan, Chappie Ronnie and volunteer Deb are all doing a fantastic job helping the kids. However, they really could do with more hands to guide and help the kids build not only the instruments, but also their confidence in handling and using tools, and most importantly working together to produce something special for the school.

The Music in the Garden is held on Friday afternoons between 1.30 and 2.30, so if any of you have an hour to spare please get in touch with the school.

It is a fun-filled hour watching the organised chaos, but seeing the kids take pride in what they are achieving is worth it. Believe me the kids aren’t the only ones who will learn something…you will too!

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