Re/sound: Songs of Wisconsin


Sista Strings are two sisters, Monique and Chauntee Ross, from Milwaukee. They combine their classical training on violin and cello with gospel and other musical influences. Their music reflects the influence of their ancestors as well as their own experiences as black women in the world of music.


“Our music is really soulful.” “It’s a combination of all different sounds of music that we both grew up with and learned over the years.”


~Monique and Chauntee Ross


To support these videos there is a listing of study questions for discussion and an audio clip of the performance so that you can have your students also listen without the visuals for further study. Translation of lyrics as subtitles are also included.


Educator Engagement Guides


The educator engagement guides are a collaborative work of music educators from across the state. WSMA enlisted the help of its advisory committee and writers from several different schools. The guide was also reviewed by the performers for authenticity.


You will find background information on each musician as well as a photo of the performer. There is a listing of featured instruments and a brief analysis of the elements of music that are in each song. Lyrics and an authentic translation (when needed) are also included for each piece.


Videos


Two inspiring videos of each musician are provided to share with your students. These were filmed and edited by the tal- ented staff of PBS Wisconsin. One video is a performance video of the musicians performing their featured song. Seeing and hearing the musician perform their own original music will enable students to connect to the emotion, the cultural influences and the message of the music.


The second video is an interview that was filmed in the musician’s own environment. They discuss their backgrounds, their childhoods, their insights into their music, their culture and their passion for music. It is almost like having these musicians in your classroom!


Wisconsin School Musician


Knowledge, skill and affective outcomes that are aligned to both the Wisconsin Academic Standards and WMEA stan- dards were included by curriculum writers. These outcomes are supported by a listing of strategies and assessments that are all connected to the outcomes. The strategies are designed for a variety of ages and teaching situations. Some strategies are designed for in person teaching and some are designed for virtual use. All can be adapted for your teaching situation and the needs of your students.


In the resource section you will find ad- ditional areas of study and an extensive listing of links to more information about cultures, instruments, museums, commu- nity resources, and history. This listing is easy to navigate and can be sorted for your needs.


PBS Re/sound: Songs of Wisconsin Website


The videos and educator engagement guide can be found on the PBS Wiscon- sin Education Website at: pbswisconsin education.org/resound/about


Additional Resources and Workshops


In addition to the many web resources, WSMA recently hosted a panel discussion with the musicians of the Re/sound: Songs of Wisconsin project. They discussed their composing ideas, cultural and music influences, role of music during challeng- ing times, and the joys of being a profes- sional musician. View the discussion at https://youtu.be/5-wMxCepD0g.


WSMA is offering workshops with the curriculum writers of the Re/sound: Songs of Wisconsin project. Learn more about the resources provided, educator tools, and additional links for virtual or in person lesson planning from those who created lessons. Descriptions and registration for these FREE workshops can be found on the WSMA website. In addition, educators and students have the opportunity to work directly with a performer/composer from the Re/sound: Songs of Wisconsin project through their school. More information will be posted soon.


Thanks


We are grateful to the musicians for shar- ing their music with us and for dedicating hours of work to create these videos and materials.


The collaboration with the PBS Wisconsin education staff has also been extraordi- nary. Their talent in creating the webpage, the videos and the audio was essential in bringing this music to the students of Wisconsin.


We are also grateful for our collaboration with the music educators of Wisconsin who completed surveys, attended focus groups, edited and contributed writing.


This project is a result of the partnership between:


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