Italian Assembly Term Three

At the first assembly of Term 3, children from Year 1 to 6 showcased a little of what they have been learning in Italian through music.
Learning a language through music assists immensely with acquisition and retention of vocabulary and grammar patterns. Language and music have been described as ‘kindred spirits’. Both have rhythm, tone, melody, pitch, volume and pauses. Both can be learned through repeated exposure. Learning the lyrics of a particular language presents vocabulary in specific context. Children demonstrated this notion as they sang of concepts familiar and relevant to their world.
All the children performed with energy and passion. The assembly opened with a rousing chorus of the Wattle Grove Primary School Song in Italian by Year 3 to Year 6 children. Year 1s stole hearts with their bright singing and adorable actions to Buongiorno [a song of greetings], and Years 2 to 4 bopped along enthusiastically to Il Coccodrillo Come Fa. The assembly was brought to a close with a heart-warming rendition of Come un Pittore [Like a Painter], a contemporary Italian song written by a very popular Italian band Moda and performed by Year 5 and 6 students.
Signora Q and I were so very proud of all the students whom all gave 120%, as is the Wattle Grove Way. A very special mention goes to Fearne from Room 22 who put in a tremendous effort learning and performing beautifully on her guitar, Come un Pittore. Special thanks also, to Jacob, Sienna and Luke from Room 18 who were selected as the presenters. They took on the challenge with courage and enthusiasm and were brilliant! Lastly, several students from Years 2 to 4 were selected as soloists for parts in Il Coccodrillo Come Fa. They sang with expression and beautiful pronunciation and demonstrated commitment by giving up their lunch time for rehearsal. It was a joyous assembly that could not have been achieved without the support and dedication of Signora Q. I felt both humbled and privileged to be a part of bringing the school together through music and the beauty of the Italian language.
Signora Isaia