A Symphony of Discovery: CMG Musicians Visit SISOG
Last Friday, SISOG was filled with the resonant sounds of brass and strings as we welcomed professional musicians from the Conservatoire de Musique de Genève (CMG). The CMG has a Meyrin branch just minutes on foot from SISOG. This visit provided an inspiring opportunity for our children aged 4 to 7 to explore the world of music alongside experts.
The visiting professors, Vincent Kessi (trumpet), Francesco D’Urso (trombone), Diana Carpintero Vazquez (double bass), and Victor Alvarado (french horn), introduced the unique characteristics of each instrument. Our students listened to a professional performance and had the chance to hold and try each of the instruments themselves.
And there was plenty of time to ask questions! Some of the qestions our students asked included:
When did you start playing an instrument?
How many hours do you practice?
Why did you choose that instrument?
Why do some brass instruments have longer tubes than others?
Why does a French Horn player keep their hand inside the bell?
Connecting to the Swedish Curriculum
At the SISOG, we align our educational experiences with the Swedish Curriculum. For our young learners in the 1–4P, the curriculum stipulates that education should give children the opportunity to experience, portray, and communicate through different aesthetic forms of expression, such as singing, music, and dance. This musical afternoon allowed the children to develop their understanding of musical language.
Furthermore, the Swedish Curriculum emphasises the importance of the relationship between the school and the local community. As the CMG is located just a 10-minute walk from our campus, it is a vital part of our local environment and an excellent example of a local association that offers cultural and recreational opportunities.
Strengthening Community Ties
Many SISOG students already attend instrument lessons at the CMG or participate in their ensembles and orchestras. We would like to extend a warm thank you to the professors and to Olivia Romanet for organising this afternoon.
By bringing professional musicians into our classrooms, we continue to foster an environment where children can develop their creativity, curiosity, and self-confidence.
