Grade+4++American+Folk+Music

Grade 4 students study American folk music throughout the year in music class. We have started with a well-known ballad called "Go Tell Aunt Rhodie". This tune is often found in beginner books when students are first learning instruments, but with only the first verse. So, many people don't realize that this is actually a melodic ballad from our folk history that tells a story which is either funny or sad, depending upon how you interpret it.

To hear a beautiful rendition of this song sung by Ella Jenkins, click here:

Go Tell Aunt Rhodie: Ella Jenkins

This video shows some of the Hardy 4th graders playing "Go Tell Aunt Rhodie" on recorders and singing the many verses of this ballad:

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