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Colombia, Mi Encanto!: Music Lesson
How did Colombian Music and Musicians influence the Music of Encanto?Students will learn about two traditional Colombian styles of music: Cumbia and VallenatoStudents will learn facts about Totó la Momposina and Carlos VivesStudents will draw connections between the RHYTHMS and INSTRUMENTS of Cumbia and Vallenato music and the music in Encanto.Prior Knowledge Needed: Quarter Note, Eighth Note, Quarter Rest, Eighth Rest, Repeat SignNotes:These slides feature the Carnegie Hall Musical Explorers pr
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3rd - 12th
Indonesian Gamelan Music - an introduction
This power point presentation introduces middle or high school aged students to Gamelan - the sacred music of Indonesia! The 12 slides teach students where Indonesia is, what Gamelan music is and what it is used for, and the names of the different instruments used in Gamelan ensemble. There are also some links to Gamelan music performances.
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6th - 12th
Concert Music Etiquette Handout and Fun Quiz
This resource is ideal for any school group planning to attend a classical-music concert, whether at their school or off campus. A three-page essay includes information about how to dress, when to clap, and other concert etiquette conventions. A one-page (seven-question) multiple-choice quiz contains some silly answer choices that will get your students chuckling.
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 Unported License.
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6th - 9th
Hidden Codes in African-American Spiritual Songs
If you need a great resource for African-American History Month, or a sub plan for your music class that any sub can teach, this is a great worksheet. You can easily supplement it by adding listening resources of some spirituals which mention the codes listed in the text.
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6th - 9th
Famous Female Composers - International Women's Day Research Activity
A quick music research activity in honour of International Women's Day (March 8th). Students are required to research 3 different female composers: One from eras pre-1800; one from the late modern era (1800-1900's), and one from the 20th century to present day. Includes lists for each era. A great activity for learning good research practices. Can even be used as a game/scavenger hunt activity. Includes editable MS Word document, as well as PDF copy.
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7th - 12th
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Orchestra Pieces from Around the World
This is a list of music for String Orchestra from all over the world. It is sorted Alphabetically by grade level and contains links to JWPepper for each piece. The Titles/Countries of origin are Color Coded to make it easy to see where each piece is from. I will be using this list to create a Music From Around the World Concert cycle containing as much diversity as possible.
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6th - 12th
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Sub Plan: Holocaust Survivor: "Joe's Violin" (Short Film & Activity)
*Perfect for Remembrance Day or discussion surrounding the Holocaust*Joe's Violin is a short film that is about 24 minutes long*Students have a short activity to complete before the film*After viewing the film, students will answer questions that are based on the filmSynopsis of Joe's Violin (taken from youtube)In the short documentary “Joe’s Violin,” a Holocaust survivor donates his violin to a local instrument drive, changing the life of a schoolgirl from the nation’s poorest congressional dis
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7th - 12th
Beethoven Lives Upstairs ~ Movie Guide + Quiz + Word Search + Choice Board
"To play a wrong note is insignificant; to play without passion is inexcusable." Ludwig van Beethoven (German composer ~ 1770 - 1827)The Three B's.A homage to three classical composers. Bach. Brahms.Beethoven.These Feature * Film questions go with Beethoven Lives Upstairs, the story of a little boy and the irascible boarder his mother takes in. Each Feature * Film sheet has twenty follow-along questions that go with the film. Having students select from multiple choice answers allows more time
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6th - 12th
Bach's Fight For Freedom ~ Movie Guide + Word Search + Overhead
"I have to tell you that J. S. Bach was easily the greatest musical innovator in the history of the world. He was so advanced for his time. There's a spiritual depth to his music. You can listen to it and it's like meditation." Brian Wilson (American musician ~ Co-founder of 'The Beach Boys' ~ 1942)These Feature * Film questions go with Bach's Fight For Freedom in the Composers' Specials Series available online at various sites such as here 'Bach's Fight For Freedom'.Having students select fro
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6th - 12th
Jazz Instruments
Many teachers study jazz during jazz music appreciation month (April), or Black History month (February), but of course, you can use this resource at any time of year! This resource includes 5 instruments that are popular in jazz music, as well as a read aloud. Students can listen to how each instrument sounds by a famous Jazz musican and then how the instrument sounds in a long they may know or enjoy.
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
How to Make a Rainstick
This PowerPoint presentation contains 78 slides and close to 100 images of rainsticks, and how they’re made. The presentation takes a look at how authentic cactus rainsticks are made commercially, as well as a variety of home-made versions. You will also learn how to create your own “authentic looking” rainstick using everyday household and classroom items. The process is detailed through 66 individual slide pictures showing every step along with written narration in the margins. A supply l
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Indian Classical Music and Dance Note Taking Guide: Part 1
Note taking companion to the Indian Classical Music and Dance Unit Slideshow. Students fill in the blanks as they follow along with the teacher.Includes:Sections to capture ideas for Unit Project ideaEasy-to-follow sections and fill-in-the-blanksCreative writing prompts to further imagination and learning of key concepts
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5th - 9th
Also included in: Indian Classical Music and Dance: Unit Bundle
Musical Genres Virtual BINGO
This is a great activity to get your students listening to a variety of musical genres. It includes student-choice which is always a plus! Students will choose a BINGO line of genres to listen to and report the song name, artist and whether or not they liked the song. This is a great e-Learning activity that could get their whole family listening!
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4th - 12th
Indian Classical Music and Dance Note Taking Guide: Part 2
Second note taking companion to the Indian Classical Music and Dance Unit Slideshow.Students fill in the blanks as they follow along with the teacher.Includes:Sections to capture ideas for Unit Project ideaEasy-to-follow sections and fill-in-the-blanksCreative writing prompts to further imagination and learning of key concepts
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4th - 12th
Also included in: Indian Classical Music and Dance: Unit Bundle
Instruments of Mexico
This document includes pictures and the names of instruments used in Mexican music. This document meets Core Knowledge standards.
Teacher plays sound clips of each instrument and discusses how each are played. Many free sound clips can be found via online. The 2005 Spotlight on Music Curriculum contains sound clips as well. Use the instruments with the students if available. Good for all grades.
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PreK - 12th
World Music Listening Guide (Multi-cultural music listening)
This listening guide is designed to facilitate active listening. Questions are formulated to improve aural and differentiation skills. It can be used with any kind of music.
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2nd - 9th
Indian Classical Music and Dance Note Taking Guide: Part 3
Third note taking companion to the Indian Classical Music and Dance Unit Slideshow.Students fill in the blanks as they follow along with the teacher.Includes:Sections to capture ideas for Unit Project ideaEasy-to-follow sections and fill-in-the-blanksCreative writing prompts to further imagination and learning of key concepts
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4th - 12th
Also included in: Indian Classical Music and Dance: Unit Bundle
Handel's Last Chance ~ Movie Guide + Word Search + Overhead
"Where words fail, music speaks." Hans Christian Andersen (Danish author ~ 1805 - 1875)These film questions go with Handel's Last Chance in the Composers' Special Series available online at various sites such as here 'Handel's Last Chance'.Each Feature * Film sheet has twenty follow-along questions that go with the film. Having students select from multiple choice answers allows moretime for their eyes to stay on the film and not spend it looking down writing out answers and, thus, not miss imp
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6th - 12th
General Music PowerPoint Presentation Rubric
Use this rubric to assess your general music students' PowerPoint Presentations.Get credit for future purchases:Please go to your "My Purchases" page (you may need to login). Beside each purchase you'll see a "Provide Feedback" button. Simply click it and you will be taken to a page where you can give a quick rating and leave a short comment for the product. I value your feedback greatly as it helps me determine which products are most valuable for your classroom so I can create more for you.Bec
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4th - 12th
Instruments of the World
I have compiled 77 PowerPoint slides to introduce students to instruments from around the world. Each group (Aerophones, Chordophones, Idiophones, and Membranophones) has two to three instrument examples plus a map to show location of origin, video links to performances, and movie trailer examples where possible. If you teach Middle School, this lesson will take anywhere between 4-6 weeks to present if you teach your students once a week for 40-50 minutes. If you teach High School General Musi
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7th - 11th
Indian Classical Music and Dance Note Taking Guide: Part 1 (filled in blanks)
Note taking guide companion to Indian Classical Music and Dance slides**Filled in blanks for students on 504/IEP's
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6th - 9th
Also included in: Indian Classical Music and Dance: Unit Bundle
Listening Journal NPR Tiny Desk Concerts (DISTANCE LEARNING)
This is a listening journal where students choose between a variety of NPR Tiny Desk Concerts and answer questions based on the listenings.
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6th - 12th
Rossini's Ghost ~ Movie Guide + Overhead + Crossword Puzzle + Word Search
"Give me a laundry list and I'll set it to music." Gioachino Rossini (Italian composer ~ 1792 - 1868)These Feature * Film questions go with Rossini's Ghost in the Composers' Special Series available online at various sites such as here 'Rossini's Ghost'.Having students select from multiple choice answers allows more time for their eyes to stay on the film and not spend it looking down writing out answers and, thus, not miss important moments in the film. You get: 1. A 6-page introductory overhe
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6th - 12th
Music of Motown Research Project
Students will get the chance to learn about Motown through this self-guided research project! Slides have prompted areas for students to fill in their own ideas and thoughts while also listening to classic Motown hits. Classics that are referenced include The Supremes, The Jackson Five, Stevie Wonder, and The Temptations. This research project also looks at modern Motown Records artists including Ne-Yo, Lil Yachty, Erykah Badu, and Leon Bridges. Add to Google Classroom or another platform that a
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6th - 9th
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