A Song Of Home & Hearth - A St. Patrick’s Day Celebration!
This is an original Song of Ireland about coming home - that transports us to familiar things; a welcoming hearth and hearty celebration of what truly matters - a place we belong.
It's about the rite of passage of a boy to a man and the journey that life will take him on - but ultimately, it will bring him home.
I wrote this song some years ago after visiting Ireland with my young family and fell completely in love…with the atmosphere, the music and the warmth of the people - a truly magical place!
Joanna Bates - Warrior Women Hope
Strength & Survival "Warrior Cry" explores the dual nature of the Viking expansion—from the fierce "will of iron" and the might of the halberd to the crowning glory of King Cnut. It is a musical journey through the "still of the night," reflecting the raw courage of families venturing into the unknown.
Educational Value * Historically Accurate: Covers key dates lin history - 700 AD and significant figures of the time, like King Cnut. * Cultural Insights: References to traditional weaponry (spear, axe, halberd) are referenced in the song and also the motivation for settlement.
Warrior Cry: A Tale of Viking Settlers
The Spirit of the North From the mists and Northern Lights under Scandinavian skies, this song captures the era of the Norse men - and their families, as they set sail for the shores of Britain. It vividly portrays the arrival of many thousands around 700 AD, seeking fortune, land, and a new life.
This track is more than a song; it is a piece of living history. Carefully researched for historical accuracy, it serves as a powerful bridge between the past and the present.
What's Included:
- Interactive Learning Game: Includes the "Halberd" word-finding challenge to help students engage with historical vocabulary in a fun, collaborative way.
- Cross-Curricular Links: Notes provided to connect the song to Science (Northern Lights), Geography (Scandinavian), and History (King Cnut and Monasteries).
- Contextual Vocabulary: A guide to "words and phrases in context," helping students understand terms like Anno Domini, Bearing Arms, and Plunder.
Complete Performance Kit: You receive the instrumental backing track, the copyrighted lyrics, teachers' notes and the vocal music score.