Creative Challenge 1 - submission display!

We were absolutely blown away by the submissions to the first challenge, so we decided to share a few of the pieces, along with the video. Challenge #2 is now open - click here to watch the video and take part!Elena Urioste, the violinist in the video, read your submissions and said:"Oh my goodness, how beautiful! I find the melding of music and other art forms — visual, written, movement-based — so powerful, and I just love to see what young minds are capable of creating when experiencing the power of music."We are so grateful to Elena for providing the music for the first challenge. You can watch her other lockdown videos (including the Baby Shark Medley) here.[embed]https://youtu.be/lwkMHZ8_Jl8[/embed]We made this word cloud to show just how many amazing words children used to describe this piece of music!The music that warmed my heartAs I heard the melodious, harmonious , angelic music, my senses were restored back to life. I felt like I was in a lavished park with the luminous, vibrant sun shone and I felt millions of shards of light and heat resting on my forehead , penetrating my eyes in the act. It also made me feel like I was in a fantasy that somewhat captivated my mind.It also gave me mixtures of emotions while I was listening.It also reminded me about Paris , where relationships are rekindled and brought to life. When the music was high in pitch , the serenade was like a beautiful bosom cradling my ear. The music rekindles my long lasting dream, world peace. It makes me think about love for each other.When the music was low in pitch, it made me feel like the only thing we know is vengeance , war and inequality . It also made me feel like if we do not act fast the world will be a vicious and horrible place. Personally, what I got out of this piece is that it is never to late to fight for what’s right.Alicia, Year 5, St Dominic’s Catholic Primary SchoolPoem by Xiaoxi        PoemSad and solemn,Calm and nice.Small and gentle,As quiet as mice.It takes you off toa lonely hill.In a lonely place,with a lonely chill.Meditate, sleepor even dream,Whatever you do,Its a glorious gleam.It rests your headand leaves you alone.Meanwhile, it changes,Its glorious tone.Dark like thunder,Bright like sunlight.Small and dainty,On a practical night.This music is calming,Casual and soothing.All of these features,Make it so moving.Dilan (10), Year 5, Muswell Hill Primary School      Story and picture by GeorgieMy Apollo Music Writing ChallengeThe sun was shining with pride in the clear, blue sky. The trees were swaying in the breeze as the birds chirped in unison. Suddenly, the sky got dark and the wind blew furiously as the animals which were grazing on the grass retreated to safety. Then, the sky rumbled as thunder came striking down the sky and roaring with rage. Flashes of thunder brightened the sky as the trees shook violently. Slowly, the thunder disappeared and drops of rain started to appear. While the rain dropped, the sun appeared brightening the sky. The animals slowly came out to see a rainbow glinting in the sunshine. The rain disappeared as the animals jumped about in the field and some were grazing on the grass. The birds flew around chirping with happiness. The animals headed to the lake to have a nice, refreshing drink. The sun was shining as the trees were swaying in the calm, cool breeze.Nick (10), Year 5, Ambler Primary School   Poem by Arin, Ambler Primary School    By Muhoummad, Year 3, London Fields Primary School    STORMBlue skybirdsongbuzzing beessmell of the blooming flowersrays of the skyamazing springSuddenly….Grey skywindbirds stop singingbees have disappearedlightning, noise, thunderRainflooding the whole worldwith his tearsRaingiving life and destructiveat the same timeI am waiting …I know it will comeafter each stormthe sun comes outand it is againpeace and quietbeautiful springMaksymilian (8), Year 4, Eldon Primary School    Picture by Iona    By Mina, Year 1, London Fields Primary School         Mindful MusicViolins make such a lovely sound,Which rises your feet off the ground,When you listen to it, you feel great,And it reminds you it’s never too late,When you sing with a beautiful voice,All you hear is the relaxing noise,Music always does a favour, it will lift,Because it’s the most wonderful gift.Amisha, Year 4, Eldon Primary School     Anonymous, Year 1, London Fields Primary School    Picture by Silvi