Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026
Land of Lakes Public School students performed to a full house of enthusiastic families and community members during their annual Winter Music Showcase.
Students in all grade levels performed a wide variety of songs that were school- and age-appropriate for the students to learn. Performances included a Kids Bop version of Hand Clap, Hey Brother by Avicii, You've Got A Friend in Me, Au Royaume du Bonhomme Hiver by Claude Valade, This is Me from The Greatest Showman, and many more.
The performance is part of students on-going music curriculum and will be counted as part of their class marks.
“In music class, students have to show they can sing and/or play in tune, follow musical notations using simple accompaniments from a wide variety of cultures, styles, and historical periods,” Land of Lakes music teacher Sarah Lovering-Stallard said. “Starting last year, we decided to change the format of our music events to hold a family Christmas Carolling event in the evening in December, and the Winter Music Showcase to align with the end of Term 1 since so much time is spent planning and preparing during music classes.”
The whole school worked hard preparing for the performances and they all have different emotions related to it said Lovering-Stallard. “Some students may be nervous, and some may be excited, and those different emotions are normal when performing in front of a large crowd. Overall, they are looking forward to the opportunity to perform and take pride in what they are doing. We also have Grade 7 and 8 students who have taken on the role of emcee, sound, or backstage crew.”
These events are extremely important, said Lovering-Stallard. She said music performance in school is vital because it has been proven to boost academic achievement, enhance cognitive development, and build essential life skills like confidence, discipline, and teamwork. It provides a creative outlet for emotional expression, fosters community, and improves mental health by reducing stress and improving focus.
“They are working as a team to create and perform something to be proud of,” Lovering-Stallard said. “I hope they get the opportunity to feel excited and proud of what they accomplished. I hope they feel proud of overcoming fears about being on stage, and I hope they have fun and experience the joy the music brings.”
