Amy M. Burns

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New Boomwhacker Play-Along for Older Elementary: I Want Candy

Get ready to rock with this boomwhacker play-along for older elementary students, featuring the fun tune "I Want Candy" by Berns, Feldman, Goldstein, and Gottehrer, performed by Kidz Bop. This is a perfect jam to bring out during the Halloween season, as it's all about sweet treats and no mention of spooky stuff.

*Pro Tips:**

Here are some great tips to help your students successfully perform the song:

  • The note B is a rare bird in this tune, so be on the lookout.

  • There's a fun syncopated rhythm that repeats throughout the video. Try practicing and highlighting that rhythm before tackling the full song. You can find it at the 0:23 second mark.

  • If the tempo is too fast, don't fret! YouTube's playback speed settings can slow things down to a manageable pace.

    Manipulatives

    I created manipulatives so that your students can practice the pitch patterns slowly before playing along with the play-along video.

    Check out https://buymeacoffee.com/elmusedtech for the manipulatives!

    Get ready to unleash your inner rock star and have a blast with this play-along video!