Resonate is a music enrichment program that provides students with structured, high-quality music learning experiences. The program focuses on the development of foundational and intermediate musical skills through ensemble-based instruction led by qualified music educators.
Resonate supports skill-building in areas such as singing, rhythm, listening, musicianship, and collaborative music-making. Programming is designed to complement school music education by offering additional time, focus, and resources for students to engage in purposeful music learning.
Resonate has been offered in Saskatchewan and is delivered in alignment with sound music education practices, creating consistent, age-appropriate learning experiences for participating students.
9:05am - R.A.P. Rhythm and Poetry
10:00am - Body Percussion Join Flutist, Singer and Body Percussionist for an introduction to body percussion that will get your students moving and exploring beats and rhythms.
11:15am- Finding your voice An interactive session of singing games, tips for all ages!
1pm -Collaborative Songwriting
2026 Schedule
9:00am - Welcome
9:05am - R.A.P. Rhythm and Poetry ZHE the Free
This interactive session brings together the elements of rhythm, freestyle, and creative writing in rap and poetry. Students will learn about song structure, 4 bar counts for writing raps, call and response, the significance of storytelling in hip hop. Designed as a playful space which supports participants in developing various skills, including: creative writing, understanding rhythm, rapping, and using their voice to have fun. Students will write their own raps highlighting things they enjoy and celebrate the bravery it takes to express one’s creativity. Hip hop is an art form which helps improve confidence, provides an outlet for healthy coping and serves as a tool to support positive mental health. This session builds community, supports participants in learning new skills and encourages young people about the importance of sharing their unique voice.
10:00am - Exploring Body Percussion Geremia Lorenzo Lodi
Join Flutist, Singer and Body Percussionist for an introduction to body percussion that will get your students moving and exploring beats and rhythms.
11:15am -Finding your voice Keisha Mowchenko
An interactive session of singing games, activities and tips for all ages hosted by local singer, actress, writer, director and teacher Keisha Mowchenko.
1:00pm -Collaborative Songwriting Megan Nash
Join Juno nominated singer and songwriter Megan Nash for a fun interactive journey through songwriting and building a song together with all attendees.
Resonate Junior 2026: The Student Experience
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What is Resonate Junior?
Resonate Junior is a "Plug-and-Play" virtual music conference where your students are the participants! Instead of leaving the school for a field trip, teachers simply "turn on the camera" and let our guest clinicians lead the classroom through an interactive, high-energy musical experience.
Quick Facts
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Date: Wednesday, February 11, 2026.
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Location: Your classroom! (Streamed live online).
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Who it’s for: Elementary classrooms across Saskatchewan.
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Cost: FREE for all Saskatchewan teachers and their students, sponsored by SMEA.
How It Works
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Register: Sign up your class for free via the SMEA website.
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Connect: On the morning of February 11, log in to our secure streaming link.
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Participate: Professional music clinicians will lead your students through live performances, interactive movement, or singing—all in real-time.
Why Bring Resonate Junior to Your School?
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No Travel Required: Access world-class music clinicians without the cost or logistics of buses and permission slips.
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Turn-Key Engagement: We provide the content and the energy; you get to participate alongside your students and witness their musical growth.
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Inclusive: Designed to be accessible for all students, regardless of prior musical training.
SMEA & The Resonate Tradition
SMEA is proud to carry on the legacy of the Resonate conferences, originally founded by the Prairie Spirit School Division. We are thrilled to expand this tradition by offering this unique, student-centered digital experience to every corner of the province.
Registration Information
We are thrilled to announce that the official schedule for Resonate Junior 2026 is now available!
Scheduled for Wednesday, February 11, 2026, Resonate Junior is a premier virtual music conference designed specifically for Grade 1–6 classrooms across Saskatchewan. Best of all, it is completely FREE for all teachers and students, courtesy of the Saskatchewan Music Educators Association (SMEA).
A "Plug-and-Play" Experience for Your Classroom We understand that school schedules can be busy. That is why we have designed this event to be as flexible as possible.
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Three Sessions: The day features three distinct high-energy musical sessions.
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Total Flexibility: You can opt to attend one, two, or all three sessions—do what works best for your classroom schedule!
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Turn-Key Engagement: No travel is required. Simply log in, and our professional clinicians will lead your students through interactive singing, movement, and music-making in real-time.
How to Join Visit our website to view the full schedule of clinicians and register your class today.
