4th Grade Music Independent Work Packet

Just print & play! Do you need engaging music activities for Black History Month? Each composer/musician pack includes listening sheets, a research activity page, and more! Enjoy during February or throughout the whole year! Also great for sub plans. There are 13 composers/musicians study packs and 12 brain break packs!

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Bundle Benefits:

• Save time! The music selections are already curated for you
• Add music appreciation to various lessons and unit studies
• Students explore social-emotional themes through listening
• Low-prep engaging and mindful activities for students
• Easily find the music on YouTube or your favorite music services
• No musical training is required - print and play!

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of composers from different backgrounds
• familiarity with the composers' works
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Composer Study Packs (13)

• 1-page Resource Guide
• Listening Sheet Star Rating Guide
• Listening Sheets
• Weather and Emotions Listening Sheets
• Composer Biography Page - fact sheet (1 or 2 facts are already provided, a box to paste/draw the composer's portrait, and a birthday box to color in and decorate cupcakes!
• Composer Research Sheet - students can use their favorite reference materials to compile a full page of facts about the composer's home country.
• Composer Rating Activity - there are more options to profile the composer on the rating sheet, including which season and musical style they belong to.
• Word Composer Activity - in the classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words and record their scores.

Featured Composers/Musicians

1. Scott Joplin - The Entertainer, Maple Leaf Rag, Augustan Club Waltz, Kismet Rag, Ragtime Dance, Weeping Willow Rag, Swipesy Cake Walk, Silver Swan Rag (60 pages)
2. Charles Mingus - Nostalgia in Times Square, Boogie Stop Shuffle, Adagio Ma Non Troppo, Self-Portrait in Three Colors, Open Letter to Duke, Myself When I'm Real, E's Flat and Ah's Flat Too, Bird Calls (26 pages)
3. Duke Ellington - Take the 'A' Train, It Don't Mean a Thing, Mood Indigo, In a Sentimental Mood, Perdido, Rockin' in Rhythm, C-Jam Blues, Diminuendo and Crescendo in Blue (26 pages)
4. George Walker - Sinfonia No. 4, Sonata for Violin and Piano No. 1, String Quartet No. 2, Piano Sonata No. 5, Concerto for Violin and Orchestra, Bleu for Unaccompanied Violin, Concerto for Piano and Orchestra, Pageant and Proclamation (26 pages)
5. John Coltrane - Countdown, Moment's Notice, Equinox, Naima, Lazy Bird, Cousin Mary, Afro Blue, After the Rain (26 pages)
6. Nat King Cole - Unforgettable, When I Fall in Love, Mona Lisa, L-O-V-E, Route 66, Autumn Leaves, Smile, Non Dimenticar (26 pages)
7. Melba Liston - Insomnia, Blues Melba, You Don't Say, Wonder Why, Christmas Eve, The Dark Before The Dawn, What's My Line Theme, Exodus (26 pages)
8. Art Tatum - Tiger Rag, Tea for Two, Over the Rainbow, Yesterdays, Someone to Watch Over Me, Moonglow, My Heart Stood Still, Night and Day (26 pages)
9. Dizzy Gillespie - A Night in Tunisia, The Champ, Stardust, Round Midnight, Blue 'N Boogie, Birks' Works, On the Sunny Side of the Street, Things to Come (26 pages)
10. Mary Lou Williams - Don't Blame Me, My Blue Heaven, All Blues, A Fungus Amungus, A Grand Night (sometimes spelled Nite) for Swinging, Scorpio, Gloria, Walkin' and Swingin' (26 pages)
11. Charlie Parker - Yardbird Suite, Blues for Alice, Scrapple from the Apple, Anthropology, Barbados, Donna Lee, Now's the Time, Bebop (26 pages)
12. Thelonious Monk - Bemsha Swing, 'Round Midnight, Blue Monk, Well, You Needn't, April in Paris, Reflections, Ask Me Now, Bye-Ya (26 pages)
13. Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges - Symphony in G Major, Op. 11, L' Amant Anonyme, Ouverture, Violin Concerto in G Major, Op. 2, No. 1, Symphony Concertante in B-Flat Major, Op. 6, No. 2, Adagio in F Minor, Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 3, No. 1, Concerto for Violin, Op. 7, No. 1, Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Major (26 pages)

Brain Break Packs

Listening Sheet - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more.

Weather & Feelings - Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.

Listen & Color a Carnival - Students can color their own carnival while listening to the selected music! Which carnival rides and activities would best fit a piece of music? Does the tempo feel like a roller coaster or a peaceful swing ride in the sky? Choose a tasty treat from the snack bar, then stop at the prize booth before finishing. There are no wrong answers!

Emoji Checkbox Listening - This listening sheet style is all about checkboxes! Students note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more! Time, nature, settings, instruments, and colors are also listed. Students color in the emojis that best describe their listening experience in the emoji grid. The 'Inspiration Box' can be used for inspired drawing, journaling, notes, poetry, etc.

1-5 Star Rating Guide in color

1-5 Star Rating Guide in black & white

Emoji Rating Guide in color

Emoji Rating Guide in black & white

Word Composer - compose a list of new words using letters from the composer's name. Add a timer for an extra challenge!

Drawing/Writing Page - a freestyle approach to listening! Students can draw a scene inspired by the music selection or use the page as a writing space. Great for bulletin boards and displays!

Featured Music

1. Pastoral, Julia Perry (10 pages)
2. Clarinet Sonata, Zenobia Powell Perry (10 pages)
3. Love Let The Wind Cry...How I Adore Thee, Undine Moore Smith (10 pages)
4. Here Comes the Sun, performed by Nina Simone (10 pages)
5. Somewhere Over the Rainbow, performed by Sarah Vaughan (10 pages)
6. Backwater Blues, performed by Bessie Smith (10 pages)
7. Pennies from Heaven, performed by Billie Holiday (10 pages)
8. At Last, performed by Etta James (10 pages)
9. Bemsha Swing, Cecil Taylor (10 pages)
10. Violin Concerto in G Minor, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor (10 pages)
11. Blue Nile, Alice Coltrane (10 pages)
12. The Muffin Man, performed by Ella Fitzgerald (10 pages)

BONUS FILE

This bundle has you covered with engaging listening activities, but what about visual learning? Grab this pack of 70 Composer Fact Sheet Posters as a free bonus! These calming rainbow-themed posters can also work as handouts, or resize them in your print settings for colorful flashcards.

Need More Black History Month Resources?

Share stories, create conversations, and spark a deeper appreciation for the arts all month (and all year) long! Explore ALL of the Black History Month composer packs, activities, and digital resources.

Just print & play! Do you need engaging classical music activities? This BIG Music History Bundle includes over 2,000 pages of listening sheets (82 resources!) This bundle includes listening activities from Baroque to Modern, Black History Month, Women's History Month, and every season!

Bundle Benefits

• Save time! The music selections are already curated for you
• Add music appreciation to various lessons and unit studies
• Students explore social-emotional themes through listening
• Low-prep engaging and mindful activities for students
• Easily find the music on YouTube or your favorite music services
• No musical training is required - just print and play!

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of popular classical music composers
• familiarity with the composer's works
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of classical music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within classical music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Ideas for Listening Sheets & Activities!

• Brain Breaks!
• Bulletin Board Displays
• Composer Studies
• Sub Plans
• Homework/Homebound students
• Homeschoolers/Distance Learning
• Easily add music to any theme/season

Composer Listening Packs (40 composers)

Each Composer Pack Includes:

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart • John Williams • Frédéric Chopin • Duke Ellington • Johannes Brahms • George Walker • Gustav Mahler • Claude Debussy • Clara Schumann • Franz Liszt • John Philip Sousa • Ludwig Van Beethoven •  Amy Beach • Melba Liston • Florence Price • Mary Lou Williams • Fanny Mendelssohn • Scott Joplin • Charles Mingus • John Coltrane • Nat King Cole • Art Tatum • Dizzy Gillespie • Charlie Parker • Thelonious Monk • Joseph Bologne • Antonio Vivaldi • Sergei Rachmaninoff • George Gershwin • Joseph Haydn • Carl P.E. Bach • Johann Christian Bach • Antonio Salieri • George Handel • Claudio Monteverdi • Henry Purcell • Antonio Scarlatti • Johann Pachelbel • Wilhelm F Bach • Pyotr Tchaikovsky

Mindful Listening (12 seasons/holidays)

Just print & play! Add a mindful music activity to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. These listening sheets are also great for sub plans - and with 150+ categorized classical pieces to choose from, there is an engaging printable for any occasion!

► Hello, January! (New Year) (30 pages)

► Sweet February (Valentine's Day) (42 pages)

► Emerald March (St. Patrick's Day) (24 pages)

► April Sunshine (Spring) (22 pages)

► May Flowers (Flowers) (24 pages)

► Woodland June (Trees) (24 pages)

► Patriotic July (4th of July) (24 pages)

► August Summer (Ocean & Earth) (26 pages)

► September Days (Autumn) (24 pages)

► Spooky October (Halloween) (60 pages)

► Calm November (Thanksgiving) (44 pages)

► Festive December (Winter) (42 pages)

Teacher Appreciation Bundle (six resource packs)

Two listening sheets are included for each piece, for a total of 174 listening activities.

► Winterreise (Schubert) (50 pages)

► Album for the Young, Op. 39 (Tchaikovsky) (50 pages)

► Four Ogives (Satie) (10 pages)

► Hungarian Rhapsodies (Liszt) (40 pages)

► Pictures at an Exhibition (Mussorgsky) (24 pages)

► Brandenburg Concertos (16 pages)

Social-Emotional Listening Bundle (five resource packs)

Just Print & Play! Four resources are included in the "Emotions in Music" bundle! These resources explore what makes a piece of music have feelings - is it the tempo? Instruments? Students record the listening experience in their own unique way!

► Excited Classical Music (47 pages)

► Sad Classical Music (47 pages)

► Happy Classical Music (47 pages)

► Calming Sunshine Classical Music (26 pages)

► Peaceful Classical Music

World Classical Music Bundle (featuring eight countries)

Just print & play! Do you need engaging classical music activities? This activity bundle takes listeners around the world with classical music from eight countries! Each listening pack features some of the country's most notable, distinctive, and well-loved pieces.

► Classical Music of Australia (28 pages)

► Classical Music of Canada (28 pages)

► Classical Music of Italy (26 pages)

► Classical Music of New Zealand (28 pages)

► Classical Music of Portugal (30 pages)

► Classical Music of Spain (24 pages)

► Classical Music of the United States (28 pages)

► Classical Music of France (25 pages)

► It can be hard to keep track of all the dates and eras in classical music history, so we created this freebie to help! Grab this six-page guide of composers sorted by musical period. Birthdates, birthplaces, and their famous compositions included. Get this instant download delivered right to your inbox!

Just print & play! Do you need engaging classical music activities? Six classical composers are included in this activity/listening bundle! Each composer pack includes listening sheets, a research activity page, and more! Also great for sub plans.

Bundle Benefits:

• Save time! The music selections are already curated for you
• Add music appreciation to various lessons and unit studies
• Students explore social-emotional themes through listening
• Low-prep engaging and mindful activities for students
• Easily find the music on YouTube or your favorite music services
• No musical training is required - just print and play!

Each product includes:

• 1-page Resource Guide
• Listening Sheet Star Rating Guide (Students rate with stars or seasonal shapes!)
• Listening Sheets
• Weather and Emotions Listening Sheets
• Composer Biography Page - fact sheet (1 or 2 facts are already provided, a box to paste/draw the composer's portrait, and a birthday box to color in and decorate cupcakes!
• Composer Research Sheet - students can use their favorite reference materials to compile a full page of facts about the composer's home country.
• Composer Rating Activity - there are more options to profile the composer on the rating sheet, including which season and musical style they belong to.
• Word Composer Activity - the classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words and record their score.

Composer Packs Included:

Ludwig Van Beethoven

1. Symphony No. 9
2. Symphony No. 5
3. Bagatelle No. 25 ("Für Elise_")_
4. Piano Concerto No. 5
5. Violin Sonata No. 9
6. String Quartet No. 15
7. Piano Sonata No. 31
8. Symphony No. 1

Joseph Haydn

1. Symphony No. 94
2. Trumpet Concerto
3. Cello Concerto No. 1
4. Symphony No. 104
5. Symphony No. 45
6. String Quartets Op. 33
7. Cello Concerto No. 2
8. Symphony No. 88

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

1. Requiem
2. Symphony No. 40
3. The Magic Flute
4. The Marriage of Figaro
5. Clarinet Concerto
6. Piano Sonata No. 16
7. Violin Concerto No. 5
8. Piano Sonata No. 8

Carl P.E. Bach

1. Cello Concerto in A Minor, WQ. 170
2. Keyboard Concerto in D Minor, WQ. 23
3. Flute Concerto in D Minor, WQ. 22
4. Keyboard Sonata in A Major, WQ. 55
5. Symphony in E Minor, WQ. 178
6. Symphony in E-Flat Major, WQ. 179
7. Harpsichord Concerto in C Minor, WQ. 31
8. Piano Concerto in F Major, WQ. 33

J. Christian Bach

1. Harpsichord Concerto in D Major, Op. 1 No. 6
2. Cello Concerto in C Minor
3. Sonata for Flute and Piano in D Major
4. Harpsichord in F Minor
5. Bassoon Concerto in B Flat Major
6. Symphony in C Major, Op. 3 No. 2
7. Sonata for Keyboard in D Major, Op. 5 No. 2
8. Sinfonia in E-Flat Major, Op. 6 No. 3

Antonio Salieri

1. Symphonie in D Major, "The Onomastic Day"
2. Symphonie in D Major, "La Veneziana"
3. Concerto for Flute, Oboe, and Orchestra in C Major
4. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra in B Flat Major
5. Organ Concerto in C Major
6. Concertino da Camera
7. La Grotto di Trofonio (Overture)
8. Les Danaides (Overture)

+ BONUS FILE

This bundle has you covered with engaging listening activities, but what about visual learning? Grab this pack of 70 Composer Fact Sheet Posters as a free bonus! These calming rainbow-themed posters can also work as handouts, or resize them in your print settings for colorful flashcards.

Back to School Music Fun! Do you need engaging classical music activities? Classical Fairy Tale listening sheets combine music appreciation with a storybook theme! Students compose their wondrous tale by choosing the setting, characters, and familiar fairy tale objects inspired by the music. There is also a drawing box for students to capture a scene from their imaginations. Discuss and display for further engagement! Each set includes a Story Guide, Fairy Tale Listening Sheets, and Fairy Tale Drawing Pages.

Bundle Benefits:

• Save time! The music selections are already curated for you
• Add music appreciation to various lessons and unit studies
• Students explore social-emotional themes through listening
• Low-prep engaging and mindful activities for students
• Easily find the music on YouTube or your favorite music services
• No musical training is required - just print and play!

★ Full Bundle Features:

159 classical pieces for listening and exploring

318 printable listening activities (two pages per piece)

Low-prep classical music appreciation for all 12 months

Summer-themed music that can be included in send-home packets

Print & play activities for Spring, Summer, Autumn/Fall, and Winter

Composers range from Baroque to Modern

Engaging activities to include in your sub tubs and plans

Group or independent listening for distance learning

★ Classical Music Themes:

New Year

Valentine's Day

St. Patrick's Day

Spring

Flowers

Trees

4th of July

Earth

Fall/Autumn

Halloween

Winter (festive)

★ Full Bundle Featured Compositions:

August Summer (Ocean & Earth) (10 Selections) – Available Now!

01. The Lark Ascending, Vaughan Williams, 02. The Earth Prelude, Eiunadi, 03. The Four Seasons, Vivaldi, 04. Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun, Debussy, 05. Water Music, Handel, 06. River Flows in You, Yiruma, 07. Prelude Op. 28, No. 15 ("Raindrop",) Chopin, 08. Become Ocean, Adams, 09. A Walk in the Forest, Blech, 10. The Sea, Bridge

September Days (Autumn) (10 Selections) – Available August 8, 2021

01. Our Town, Copland, 02. Autumn Gardens, Rautavaara, 03. String Quartet No. 15, Beethoven, 04. November Woods, Bax, 05. Symphony No. 10, Raff, 06. Comes Autumn Time, Sowerby, 07. The Seasons: Autumn, Glazunov, 08. Autumn Moon over the Calm Lake, Wencheng, 09. String Quartet in E Minor, Delius, 10. Violin Concerto No. 14, Barber

Spooky October (Halloween) (19 Selections) – Available August 15, 2021

01. Toccata and Fugue in D Minor, Bach, 02. Totentanz, Liszt, 03. Mephisto Waltz, Liszt, 04. Aquarium, Saint-Saens, 05. O Fortuna, Orff, 06. Gnomus, Mussorgsky, 07. Night on Bald Mountain, Mussorgsky, 08. Der Vampyr, Marschner, 09. In the Hall of the Mountain King, Grieg, 10. The Sorcerer's Apprentice, Dukas, 11. Dance of the Knights, Prokofiev, 12. Danse Macabre, Saint-Saens, 13. Beethoven's Silence, Cortazar, 14. Moonlight Sonata, Beethoven, 15. Piano Quintet in A Minor, Dvorak, 16. Lacrimosa, Mozart, 17. Scarbo, Ravel, 18. Lake in the Moonlight, Tchaikovsky, 19. Cuckoo in the Depths of the Woods, Saint-Saëns

Calm November (Thanksgiving) (20 Selections) – Available August 22, 2021

01. Appalachian Spring, Copland, 02. Awakening, Curiale, 03. New England Holidays, Ives, 04. Symphony No. 3, Copland, 05. The Tender Land Suite, Copland, 06. Quiet City, Copland, 07. Green Hills, Alwyn, 08. Song for Harvest Season, Ives, 09. Turkey Trot, Bernstein, 10. Badinerie, Bach, 11. Divertimento, Bernstein, 12. Autumn, (Four Seasons) Vivaldi, 13. Cello Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Haydn, 14. Piano Sonata No. 17 in B-Flat Major, Mozart, 15. Kinderszenen, Schumann, 16. Piano Concerto No. 3, Beethoven, 17. Pilgrims, Rorem, 18. English Horn Concerto, Rorem, 19. Autumn Legend, Alwyn, 20. Festival March, Alwyn

Festive December (Winter) (19 Selections) – Available August 29, 2021

01. Carol of the Bells, Leontovych, 02. Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy, Tchaikovsky, 03. Four Seasons (Winter,) Vivaldi, 04. Troika, Prokofiev, 05. Symphony No. 1 in G Minor, Tchaikovsky, 06. The Snow is Dancing, Debussy, 07. Footprints in the Snow, Debussy, 08. Piano Concerto No. 1, Rachmaninoff, 09. Symphony No. 11, Raff, 10. Peter and the Wolf, Prokofiev, 11. Ice Dance, Elfman, 12. Winter Wind, Chopin, 13. Alpine Symphony, Strauss, 14. Sinfonia, Vivaldi, 15. Winterreise, Schubert, 16. Chasse-Neige, Liszt, 17. The Snow Maiden, Rimsky-Korsakov, 18. String Quartet in F Major, Ravel, 19. Sinfonia Antarctic, Williams

Hello, January! (New Year) (13 Selections) – Available September 5, 2021

01. Fantasia on Auld Lang Syne, Ernest Tomlinson, 02. Masquerade Suite, Aram Khachaturian, 03. The Blue Danube, Johann Strauss, 04. Les Patineurs Valse (The Skater's Waltz,) Émile Waldteufel, 05. Trumpet Concerto in E Flat Major, Joseph Haydn, 06. Concerto Grosso in C Major, Arcangelo Corelli, 07. Piano Concerto in G Major, Maurice Ravel, 08. Jupiter, The Bringer of Jollity, Gustav Holst, 09. Symphony No. 1 (Winter Dreams,) Tchaikovsky, 10. Waltz in D, Op. 9, No. 3 ("Country Waltz,) Franz Schubert, 11. Suite De Symphonies, No. 1 (Rondeau,) Jean-Joseph Mouret, 12. Brandenburg Concerto, No. 4 in G Major, Johann Sebastian Bach, 13. Concerto for 2 Violins in D Minor, Johann Sebastian Bach

Sweet February (Valentine's Day) (19 Selections) – Available September 12, 2021

01. Liebesträume No. 3, Liszt, 02. Piano Concerto No. 21, Mozart, 03. Clair De Lune, Debussy, 04. Romeo and Juliet Overture, Tchaikovsky, 05. Violin Romance No. 2, Beethoven, 06. Salut d'Amour, Elgar 07. Piano Concerto No. 2, Rachmaninoff, 08. Sleeping Beauty Waltz, Tchaikovsky, 09. Cavalleria Rusticana (Intermezzo), Mascagni, 10. Fantasia No. 3, Mozart, 11. Symphony No. 9, Schubert, 12. Piano Sonata No. 3, Brahms, 13. Bolero, Ravel, 14. "Moonlight Sonata", Beethoven, 15. The Moldau, Smetana, 16. Serenade, Schubert, 17. Romance in F Minor, Dvorak, 18. Violin Concerto, Mendelssohn, 19. Arabesque No. 1, Debussy

Emerald March (St. Patrick's Day) (10 Selections) – Available September 19, 2021

01. In Ireland, Sir Hamilton Harty, 02. Londonderry Air, Harty, 03. Symphony No. 3 "Irish," Sir Charles Villiers Stanford, 04. Nocturne No. 4 in A Major, John Field, 05. Piano Concerto No. 3, Field, 06. Symphony in E Major "Irish," Sir Arthur Sullivan, 07. Cello Concerto, Sullivan, 08. Symphony No. 1, Stanford, 09. Irish Rhapsody No. 1, Stanford, 10. Irish Suite, Leroy Anderson

April Sunshine (Spring) (9 Selections) – Available September 26, 2021

01. Where the Lemons Blossom, Strauss (title translations will vary), 02. Symphony No. 1 (Spring,) Schumann, 03. The Four Seasons (Spring,) Vivaldi, 04. Appalachian Spring, Copland, 05. Peer Gynt Suite No. 1 Op. 46, Grieg, 06. Violin Sonata No. 5 in F major, Beethoven, 07. Organ Concerto No. 13 in F major, Handel, 08. Dance of the Birds, Rimsky-Korsakov, 09. Reflections in the Water, Debussy

May Flowers (Flowers) (10 Selections) – Available October 3, 2021

01. Waltz of the Flowers, Tchaikovsky, 02. Amarilli Mia Bella, Caccini, 03. Daisies, Rachmaninoff, 04. Five Flower Songs, Britten, 05. Jardins Sous La Pluie, Debussy, 06. The Rose, The Lily, The Dove, The Sun, 07. Waltz of the Cornflowers and Poppies, Glazunov, 08. Heidenröslein, Schubert, 09. Roses from the South, Strauss, 10. The Tale of the Stone Flower, Prokofiev

Woodland June (Trees) (10 Selections) – Available October 10, 2021

01. 5 Pieces for Piano, Op. 75, Sibelius, 02. The Forest, Glazunov, 03. The Tale the Pine Trees Knew, Bax, 04. November Woods, Bax, 05. Forest Murmurs (Siegfried,) Wagner, 06. Woodland Sketches, Macdowell, 07. The Five Sacred Trees, Williams, 08. The Enchanted Forest, Geminiani, 09. Silent Woods, Dvorak, 10. A Morning in the Woods, Ornstein

Patriotic July (4th of July) (10 Selections) – Available October 17, 2021

01. Hail to the Chief, Sanderson, 02. Lincoln Portrait, Copland, 03. Presidential Polonaise, Sousa, 04. Maple Leaf Rag, Joplin, 05. Easter Monday on the White House Lawn, Sousa, 06. The Star-Spangled Banner, Smith, 07. The Stars and Stripes Forever, Sousa, 08. The Invincible Eagle March 09. President's March, Filmore, 10. America the Beautiful, Ward

More Fairy Tale Listening Sets:

The Nutcracker Fairy Tale Story

Classical Fairy Tale Stories

► We know you'll love helping students create meaningful connections to classical music, so we are happy to share these free listening activities with you today!

Just print & play! Do you need engaging classical music activities or music sub plans for December? This BIG Christmas-themed listening activity bundle offers creative music appreciation! You'll find 360 activity pages in this festive collection.

• Cozy Christmas Pack - (84 pages) Christmas-themed listening sheets
• Cozy Winter Pack - (84 pages) winter, cold, and snow-themed listening
• Christmas Carol Pack - (192 pages) traditional Christmas carol activities

Bundle Benefits:

• Save time! The music selections are already curated for you
• Add music appreciation to various lessons and unit studies
• Students explore social-emotional themes through listening
• Low-prep engaging and mindful activities for students
• Easily find the music on YouTube or your favorite music services
• No musical training is required - just print and play!

★ Cozy Christmas Classical Music Listening Activity Bundle

Just print & play! Do you need engaging classical music activities or music sub plans? These Christmas-themed printable listening sheets offer creative music appreciation for the holidays! There are fourteen pages in each listening pack!

Featured Music:

1. Oratorio de Noël, Camille Saint-Saëns
2. Christmas Concerto, Arcangelo Corelli
3. Christmas Oratorio, Johann Sebastian Bach
4. Weihnachtsbaum (Christmas Tree,) Franz Liszt
5. Christmas Eve Suite, Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
6. Weihnachtsmusik (Christmas Music,) Arnold Schoenberg

★ Winter Classical Music Listening Activity Bundle

Just print & play! Do you need engaging classical music activities or music sub plans? These Winter-themed printable listening sheets offer creative music appreciation! There are fourteen pages in each listening pack!

Featured Music:

1. Winter Daydreams, Pyotr Tchaikovsky
2. 3 Winter Poems: Snow Shower, William Alwyn
3. Sleigh Ride, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
4. The Seasons: Winter, Joseph Haydn
5. Winter Night 'Sleigh Ride,' Frederick Delius
6. Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major, Johann Sebastian Bach

★ Christmas Carol Music Listening Activity Bundle for December

Just print & play! Do you need engaging classical music activities or music sub plans? This Christmas-themed listening activity bundle offers creative music appreciation! No artist or performer is listed in this special edition so you can play any version you like!

NEW! Students use the new "Cookie Rating Guides" to rate their listening experience! Each rating guide features colorful cookies (or black & white,) instead of stars and the listening sheets have five cookies at the bottom to color in. You'll also find "reindeer" added in the animal category.

Featured Music:

1. Silent Night
2. Deck the Halls
3. O Come All Ye Faithful
4. The Twelve Days of Christmas
5. O Little Town of Bethlehem
6. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
7. Up On the Housetop
8. O Holy Night
9. It Came Upon a Midnight Clear
10. Away in a Manger
11. Angels We Have Heard on High
12. Jingle Bells

What’s Inside:

1. Music Rating Guide students rate the music using 1 to 5 stars (new format)
2. Listening Sheet - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more.
3. Weather & Feelings - Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.
4. Five Star Rating Guide - students rate the music using 1 to 5 stars (classic format)
5. Listening Activity Sheets - Listening sheets include the title of a popular piece, the composer, a black & white composer to color in, and a space for drawing any scene that may come to mind when listening. There are additional options to identify the mood of a piece and indicate which instruments are playing.
6. Weather Color & Listen Sheet - While listening to the selected piece, students can color in the weather elements they feel and hear.
7. Emotions Color & Listen Sheet - Students color the character(s) that best identify their emotions while listening to the music.
8. Emojis Color & Listen Sheet - Twelve emojis to choose from! Students choose the emoji faces that best match their feelings or impressions about the music.
9. Fairy Tale Story Guide - an illustrated chart with each character/object
10. Fairy Tale Listening Sheet - Students compose their wondrous tale by choosing the setting, characters, and familiar fairy tale objects inspired by the music.
11. Fairy Tale Drawing Page
12. Woodland Tale Story Guide - an illustrated chart with each character/object
13. Woodland Story Listening Sheet - Students compose their epic tales by choosing nature-themed objects and characters inspired by the music.
14. Woodland Story Drawing Page

❄️ You're invited to the Winter Wonderland category! ❄️ Do you want to create lots of festive winter memories with your students this year? You'll find a growing collection of seasonal printables like music, writing, and fun activities for your classroom or homeschool in one shop section - and we're always adding more!

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

Just Print & Play! Do you need engaging classical music activities for the summer? This summer music pack includes 6 full resources for June & July!

Bundle Benefits:

• Save time! The music selections are already curated for you
• Add music appreciation to various lessons and unit studies
• Students explore social-emotional themes through listening
• Low-prep engaging and mindful activities for students
• Easily find the music on YouTube or your favorite music services
• No musical training is required - just print and play!

Woodland June Emoji Checkboxes

Incorporate classical music into your spring lessons! The ten classical pieces featured in this set have a tree or forest theme - perfect for Arbor Day, Earth Day, and other nature-inspired themes. Also great for music sub plans or brain breaks!

What's Included:

Emoji Rating Guide (14 emojis to choose from, color and b&w)

Listening Sheets - there are no wrong answers! Students can use the checkboxes to note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from the musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more!

Printable Listening Sheet Sets Include:

1. 5 Pieces for Piano, Op. 75, Sibelius
2. The Forest, Glazunov
3. The Tale the Pine Trees Knew, Bax
4. November Woods, Bax
5. Forest Murmurs (Siegfried,) Wagner
6. Woodland Sketches, Macdowell
7. The Five Sacred Trees, Williams
8. The Enchanted Forest, Geminiani
9. Silent Woods, Dvorak
10. A Morning in the Woods, Ornstein

Checkbox options:

Time, nature, settings, instruments, colors, and more! Students can also color in the emojis that best describe their listening experience in the emoji grid.

The 'Inspiration Box' can be used for:

Drawing/doodling, journaling, notes, poetry, etc.

Woodland June, Classical Music Listening

Incorporate classical music into your spring lessons! The ten classical pieces featured in this set have a tree or forest theme - perfect for Arbor Day, Earth Day, and other nature-inspired themes.

What's Included:

1-page Resource Guide

Music Rating Guide (students color 1-5 stars or seasonal shapes)

Listening Sheets

• Listening Sheet - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from the musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more.
• Weather & Feelings - Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.

Printable Listening Sheet Sets Include:

01. 5 Pieces for Piano, Op. 75, Sibelius

(When the Rowan Blossoms, The Solitary Pine, The Aspen, The Birch, The Spruce)

02. The Forest, Glazunov

03. The Tale the Pine Trees Knew, Bax

04. November Woods, Bax

05. Forest Murmurs (Siegfried,) Wagner

06. Woodland Sketches, Macdowell

07. The Five Sacred Trees, Williams

08. The Enchanted Forest, Geminiani

09. Silent Woods, Dvorak

10. A Morning in the Woods, Ornstein

Aram Khachaturian Composer Listening Activities

Just print & play! Do you need engaging Aram Khachaturian/Summer/Armenia activities or music sub plans? Each page offers creative ways for students to learn more about the classical compositions of Aram Khachaturian!

Composer Birthday:

Aram Khachaturian - June 6

What's Included:

1-page Resource Guide

Listening Sheet Star Rating Guide

Listening Sheets

Weather and Emotions Listening Sheets

Composer Biography Page - fact sheet (1 or 2 facts are already provided, a box to paste/draw the composer's portrait, and a birthday box to color in and decorate cupcakes!

Composer Research Sheet - students can use their favorite reference materials to compile a full page of facts about the composer's home country.

Composer Rating Activity - there are more options to profile the composer on the rating sheet, including which season and musical style they belong to.

Word Composer Activity - the classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words and record their score.

Aram Khachaturian Musical Selections (two pages per piece)

01. Sabre Dance

02. Masquerade

03. Piano Concerto in D Flat Major, Op. 83

04. Cello Concerto in E Minor

05. Spartacus Ballet Suite No. 2

06. Cello Concerto-Rhapsody in D Minor, Op. 99

07. Symphony No. 1 in E Minor

08. Sonatina in C Minor

Patriotic July, Classical Music Emoji Checkboxes

Just Print and Play! This set of listening sheets is inspired by the various state holidays that commemorate the birthday of George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and Thomas Jefferson - and also as a 4th of July and other American-themed occasions! Also great for music sub plans or brain breaks!

You can also view another style of listening sheets here: Patriotic July

What's Included:

Emoji Rating Guide (14 emojis to choose from, color and b&w)

Listening Sheets - there are no wrong answers! Students can use the checkboxes to note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from the musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more!

Printable Listening Sheet Sets Include:

1. Hail to the Chief, Sanderson
2. Lincoln Portrait, Copland
3. Presidential Polonaise, Sousa
4. Maple Leaf Rag, Joplin
5. Easter Monday on the White House Lawn, Sousa
6. The Star Spangled Banner, Smith
7. The Stars and Stripes Forever, Sousa
8. The Invincible Eagle March
9. President's March, Filmore
10. America the Beautiful, Ward

Checkbox options:

Time, nature, settings, instruments, colors, and more! Students can also color in the emojis that best describe their listening experience in the emoji grid.

The 'Inspiration Box' can be used for:

Drawing/doodling, journaling, notes, poetry, etc.

Patriotic July, Classical Music Listening

Just Print & Play! This set of listening sheets is inspired by the various state holidays that commemorate the birthday of George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and Thomas Jefferson - and also as a 4th of July and other American-themed occasions!

What's Included:

1-page Resource Guide

Music Rating Guide (students color 1-5 stars or seasonal shapes)

Listening Sheets

• Listening Sheet - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from the musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more.
• Weather & Feelings - Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.

Printable Listening Sheet Sets Include:

01. Hail to the Chief, Sanderson

02. Lincoln Portrait, Copland

03. Presidential Polonaise, Sousa

04. Maple Leaf Rag, Joplin

05. Easter Monday on the White House Lawn, Sousa

06. The Star Spangled Banner, Smith

07. The Stars and Stripes Forever, Sousa

08. The Invincible Eagle March

09. President's March, Filmore

10. America the Beautiful, Ward

Gustav Mahler Composer Activities

Just print & play! Do you need engaging Gustav Mahler activities or music sub plans? Each page offers creative ways for students to learn more about the classical compositions of Gustav Mahler!

What's Included:

1-page Resource Guide - This guide will get you started quickly! Just print and play.

Listening Sheet Star Rating Guides - A reference sheet illustrates the five-star rating system included in most listening sheets. Each frame has a description, with one being "okay" and 5 stars as "Wow!"

Listening Sheets - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from the musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more. There is a space for drawing and several non-musical elements to consider, such as animals and nature.

Weather and Emotions Listening Sheets

Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.

2 Biography Pages - Fact sheet (1 or 2 facts are already provided, a box to paste/draw the composer's portrait, and a birthday box to color in and decorate cupcakes! A duplicate blank page is included for students to do their own research.

Composer Research Sheet - Students can use their favorite reference materials to compile a full page of facts about the composer's home country. Some of the research options include capital, continent, population, food, and more.

Composer Rating Activity - There are more options to profile the composer on the rating sheet, including which season and musical style they belong to. This can also be used as a listening sheet or as a bulletin board display.

Word Composer Activity - The classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words and record their scores. Add a timer for an extra challenge.

Musical Selections (two pages per piece)

1. Piano Quartet in A Minor
2. Symphony No. 1 in D Major
3. Symphony No. 2 in C Minor
4. Symphony No. 3 in D Minor
5. Symphony No. 4 in G Major
6. Symphony No. 5 in C-Sharp Minor
7. Symphony No. 6 in A Minor
8. Symphony No. 7 in E Minor

► We know you'll love helping students create meaningful connections to classical music, so we are happy to share these free listening activities with you today!

Just print & play! Do you need engaging music activities about Romantic period composers? Each composer/musician pack includes listening sheets, a research activity page, and more! Also great for sub plans.

Bundle Benefits:

• Save time! The music selections are already curated for you
• Add music appreciation to various lessons and unit studies
• Students explore social-emotional themes through listening
• Low-prep engaging and mindful activities for students
• Easily find the music on YouTube or your favorite music services
• No musical training is required - just print and play!

Each product includes:

• 1-page Resource Guide
• Listening Sheet Star Rating Guide (Students rate with pumpkins!)
• Listening Sheets
• Weather and Emotions Listening Sheets
• Composer Biography Page - fact sheet (1 or 2 facts are already provided, a box to paste/draw the composer's portrait, and a birthday box to color in and decorate cupcakes!
• Composer Research Sheet - students can use their favorite reference materials to compile a full page of facts about the composer's home country.
• Composer Rating Activity - there are more options to profile the composer on the rating sheet, including which season and musical style they belong to.
• Word Composer Activity - the classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words and record their score.

Johannes Brahms Listening Sheets

1. Wiegenlied
2. Hungarian Dance No. 5
3. Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68
4. Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77
5. Piano Concerto No. 1 in D Minor, Op. 15
6. Cello Sonata No. 1
7. Horn Trio
8. String Quintet No. 2

Clara Schumann Listening Sheets

1. Three Romances for Violin and Piano
2. Piano Trio
3. Impromptu in E Major
4. Lorelei
5. Piano Concerto No. 1
6. Piano Trio in G Minor, Op. 17
7. 3 Preludes and Fugues, Op. 16
8. Romanze in A Minor

Franz Liszt Listening Sheets

1. La Campanella
2. Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2
3. Piano Sonata in B Minor
4. Piano Concerto No. 2
5. Liebestraume No. 3
6. Hungarian Rhapsody No. 6
7. Hungaria
8. Orpheus

Frédéric Chopin Listening Sheets

1. Ballade No. 2 in F Major
2. Fantaisie-Impromptu
3. Piano Sonata No. 2
4. Nocturne in E Flat Major, Op. 2, No. 2
5. Piano Sonata No. 3
6. Piano Concerto No. 1
7. Polonaise in A-Flat Major, Op. 53
8. Etude Op. 10, No. 12

Claude Debussy Listening Sheets

1. Clair de Lune
2. La Mer (The Sea)
3. Suite Bergamasque
4. Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun
5. The Snow is Dancing
6. Serenade of the Doll
7. Petite Suite
8. String Quartet in G Minor, Op. 10

Gustav Mahler Listening Sheets

1. Piano Quartet in A Minor
2. Symphony No. 1 in D Major
3. Symphony No. 2 in C Minor
4. Symphony No. 3 in D Minor
5. Symphony No. 4 in G Major
6. Symphony No. 5 in C-Sharp Minor
7. Symphony No. 6 in A Minor
8. Symphony No. 7 in E Minor

+ BONUS FILE

This bundle has you covered with engaging listening activities, but what about visual learning? Grab this pack of 70 Composer Fact Sheet Posters as a free bonus! These calming rainbow-themed posters can also work as handouts, or resize them in your print settings for colorful flashcards.

Just print & play! Do you need engaging classical music activities? This activity bundle takes listeners worldwide with classical music from eight countries! Each listening pack features some of each country's most notable, distinctive, and well-loved pieces.

Lifetime Updates

You'll have everything you need for a tour of the world's greatest classical music with 192 listening activities! You will also receive periodic updates for this resource for free! Keep an eye on your "My Purchases" tab for update notifications.

Bundle Benefits:

• Save time! The music selections are already curated for you
• Add music appreciation to various lessons and unit studies
• Students explore social-emotional themes through listening
• Low-prep engaging and mindful activities for students
• Easily find the music on YouTube or your favorite music services
• No musical training is required - just print and play!

Countries Included:

Australia, Canada, France, Italy, New Zealand, Portugal, Spain, and the United States

Listening Sheet - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more.

Weather & Feelings - Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.

Classical Music of Australia (28 pages)

1. Australian Bird Waltz, Frederick Ellard
2. Pride of Australia, Reginald Stoneham
3. Distant Memories Waltz, Reginald Stoneham
4. Zelda, Percy Code
5. Arnhem Land Symphony, Mirrie Hill
6. The Leafy Lanes of Kent, Mirrie Hill
7. Fantasie Sonata, Roy Agnew
8. Sonata Ballade, Roy Agnew
9. Storm Clouds Cantata, Arthur Benjamin
10. Concerto Romantico, Peggy Glanville-Hicks
11. The Fallen Leaf, Dulcie Holland
12. Piano Concerto No. 1, Miriam Hyde
13. Piano Concerto No. 2, Malcolm Williamson

Classical Music of Canada (28 pages)

1. Canada Mosaic, Jean Coulthard
2. Tabuh-Tabuhan, Colin McPhee
3. Symphony No. 2, Jacques Hétu
4. Daydreams, Murray Adaskin
5. Remembering Schubert, Ann Southam
6. Orion, Claude Vivier
7. Sun, Murray Schafer
8. Offrande II, Serge Garant
9. The Edge of the World, John Weinzweig
10. Music for a Young Prince, Godfrey Ridout
11. Piano Concerto No. 1, Violet Archer
12. String Quartet No. 3, Violet Archer
13. Symphony No. 1, Jean Coulthard

Classical Music of Italy (26 pages)

1. Una Furtiva Lagrima, Donizetti
2. Vesti La Giubba, Leoncavallo
3. La donna è mobile, Verdi
4. O Mio Babbino Caro, Puccini
5. Funiculì, Funiculà, Denza & Turco
6. Oboe Concerto in D Minor, Marcello
7. Dance of the Hours, Ponchielli
8. String Quintet in E Minor, Boccherini
9. Piano Sonata in F Minor, Clementi
10. The Barber of Seville, Rossini
11. Adagio in G Minor, Albinoni
12. Flute Concerto in F Major, Vivaldi

Classical Music of New Zealand (28 pages)

1. Drysdale Overture, Douglas Lilburn
2. Melodies for Orchestra, Jack Body
3. Lautari, Helen Bowater
4. Piano Concerto No. 1, Edwin Carr
5. The End of the Golden Water, Edwin Carr
6. Symphony No. 1, David Farquhar
7. Cloud Folk, John Psathas
8. Ring Round the Moon, David Farquhar
9. Nocturne (Havrincourt 1918,) Nigel Keay
10. Symphony No. 3, Anthony Ritchie
11. Kyoto, John Psathas
12. Piano Concerto No. 2, Lyell Cresswell
13. Clarinet Quintet, Anthony Ritchie

Classical Music of Portugal (30 pages)

1. Symphony No. 4, Luís de Freitas Branco
2. Violin Concerto, Luís de Freitas Branco
3. Piano Concerto No. 2, João Domingos Bomtempo
4. Symphony No. 1 in E Flat Major, João Domingos Bomtempo
5. Symphonic Overture No. 1, Joly Braga Santos
6. Concerto for String Orchestra in D, Joly Braga Santos
7. Sonata for Harpsichord in C Minor, Carlos Seixa
8. Toccata for Harpsichord in F Minor, Carlos Seixa
9. Flores de Musica, Manuel Roridgues Coelho
10. Symphony No. 1, Luís de Freitas Branco
11. Ballada, Op. 16, José Vianna da Motta
12. Valsa Caprichosa, José Vianna da Motta
13. Symphony No. 1, Luís de Freitas Branco
14. Symphony No. 2, Luís de Freitas Branco

Classical Music of Spain (24 pages)

1. Sonatina, Federico Moreno Torroba
2. Sinfonía de la Danza Prima, María Teresa Prieto
3. Danza Española No. 2, Enrique Granados
4. Música para un Jardín, Joaquín Rodrigo
5. Serenata, Op. 87, Joaquín Turina Pérez
6. Fantasia de Marina (Arietta,) Francisco Tárrega
7. El Palo Verde, María Teresa Prieto
8. Suite española, Op. 47, Isaac Albéniz
9. Danzas fantásticas, Joaquín Turina
10. Nouvelette, Alicia de Larrocha

Classical Music of the United States (28 pages)

1. Appalachian Spring, Aaron Copland
2. Rhapsody in Blue, George Gershwin
3. Blue in Green, Miles Davis
4. Take the 'A' Train, Duke Ellington
5. The Entertainer, Scott Joplin
6. Journey to the Island, John Williams
7. Central Park in the Dark, Charles Ives
8. Ice Dance, Danny Elfman
9. Piano Trio, Op. 150, Amy Beach
10. Symphony No. 3 in C Minor, Florence Price
11. Serenata, Leroy Anderson
12. Stars and Stripes Forever, John Philip Sousa
13. Olympic Fanfare (1984,) John Williams

Classical Music of France (25 pages)

1. Gymnopédie No. 1, Satie
2. Gymnopédie No. 2, Satie
3. Gymnopédie No. 3, Satie
4. Gnossienne No. 4, Satie
5. Arabesque No. 1, Debussy
6. Arabesque No. 2, Debussy
7. Piano Concerto No. 2 in G minor, Saint-Saëns
8. La Valse, Ravel
9. String Quartet in F Major, Ravel
10. Porz Goret, Tiersen
11. Introduction and Rondo Capriccioso, Saint-Saëns

Just print & play! Do you need engaging classical music activities or music sub plans? This Christmas-themed listening activity bundle offers creative music appreciation! In this special edition, there is no artist or performer listed so you can play any version you like!

Bundle Benefits:

• Save time! The music selections are already curated for you
• Add music appreciation to various lessons and unit studies
• Students explore social-emotional themes through listening
• Low-prep engaging and mindful activities for students
• Easily find the music on YouTube or your favorite music services
• No musical training is required - just print and play!

NEW! Students use the new "Cookie Rating Guides" to rate their listening experience! Each rating guide features colorful cookies (or black & white,) instead of stars and the listening sheets have five cookies at the bottom to color in. You'll also find "reindeer" added in the animal category.

★ Featured Music:

1. Silent Night
2. Deck the Halls
3. O Come All Ye Faithful
4. The Twelve Days of Christmas
5. O Little Town of Bethlehem
6. Hark! The Herald Angels Sing
7. Up On the Housetop
8. O Holy Night
9. It Came Upon a Midnight Clear
10. Away in a Manger
11. Angels We Have Heard on High
12. Jingle Bells

What’s Inside:

1. Music Rating Guide students rate the music using 1 to 5 cookies (new format)
2. Listening Sheet - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from the musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more.
3. Weather & Feelings - Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.
4. Five Star Rating Guide - students rate the music using 1 to 5 cookies (classic format)
5. Listening Activity Sheets - Listening sheets include the title of a popular piece, the composer, a black & white composer to color in, and a space for drawing any scene that may come to mind when listening. There are additional options to identify the mood of a piece and indicate which instruments are playing.
6. Weather Color & Listen Sheet - While listening to the selected piece, students can color in the weather elements they feel and hear.
7. Emotions Color & Listen Sheet - Students color the character(s) that best identify their emotions while listening to the music.
8. Emojis Color & Listen Sheet - Twelve emojis to choose from! Students choose the emoji faces that best match their feelings or impressions about the music.
9. Fairy Tale Story Guide - an illustrated chart with each character/object
10. Fairy Tale Listening Sheet - Students compose their wondrous tale by choosing the setting, characters, and familiar fairy tale objects inspired by the music.
11. Fairy Tale Drawing Page
12. Woodland Tale Story Guide - an illustrated chart with each character/object
13. Woodland Story Listening Sheet - Students compose their epic tale by choosing nature-themed objects and characters inspired by the music.
14. Woodland Story Drawing Page

❄️ You're invited to the Winter Wonderland category! ❄️ Do you want to create lots of festive winter memories with your students this year? You'll find a growing collection of seasonal printables like music, writing, and fun activities for your classroom or homeschool in one shop section - and we're always adding more!

Just print & play! Do you need engaging music activities for Johann Sebastian Bach? Explore his family tree with listening sheets, geography studies, and more! Three of his sons are also featured in this bundle. Students can follow the Bach family legacy through time!

Products Included:

Bach Composer Listening Activities

Composer Fact Sheet - From the composer's birthplace to the instruments they've studied, this one page reference sheet will make a great handout for your students.

Birthplace Guide - Add in some geographical research to discover more about where the composer was born! This page includes space for writing the capital, language, and even a popular food.

Listening Sheet - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from the musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more.

Weather & Feelings - Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.

Printable Listening Sheet Sets Include:

1. Toccata and Fugue in D Minor
2. Fantasia and Fugue in G Minor
3. Cantata No. 21
4. Orchestral Suite No. 3 (Air)
5. Concerto for Two Violins
6. Partitia for Violin No. 2
7. Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major

Johann Christian Bach

1-page Resource Guide - This guide will get you started quickly! Just print and play.

Listening Sheet Star Rating Guides - A reference sheet illustrates the five-star rating system included in most listening sheets. Each frame has a description, with one being "okay" and 5 stars as "Wow!"

Listening Sheets - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from the musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more. There is a space for drawing and several non-musical elements to consider, such as animals and nature.

Weather and Emotions Listening Sheets

Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.

2 Biography Pages - Fact sheet (1 or 2 facts are already provided, a box to paste/draw the composer's portrait, and a birthday box to color in and decorate cupcakes! A duplicate blank page is included for students to do their own research.

Composer Research Sheet - Students can use their favorite reference materials to compile a full page of facts about the composer's home country. Some of the research options include capital, continent, population, food, and more.

Composer Rating Activity - There are more options to profile the composer on the rating sheet, including which season and musical style they belong to. This can also be used as a listening sheet or as a bulletin board display.

Word Composer Activity - The classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words and record their scores. Add a timer for an extra challenge.

Musical Selections (two pages per piece)

1. Harpsichord Concerto in D Major, Op. 1 No. 6
2. Cello Concerto in C Minor
3. Sonata for Flute and Piano in D Major
4. Harpsichord in F Minor
5. Bassoon Concerto in B Flat Major
6. Symphony in C Major, Op. 3 No. 2
7. Sonata for Keyboard in D Major, Op. 5 No. 2

Johann Sebastian Bach

Composer Fact Sheet: Each composer fact sheet in this series includes fun, basic information – full name, birthplace, birth date and more. One of the composer’s most popular compositions is also included. The fact sheet also lists one or more of the composer’s known associates.

Birthplace Fact Sheet: Introduce the composer’s birthplace with a very light research paper. Use your favorite geographical resource to find the country’s capital city, size, language, and traditional foods. The historical name of some territories may have changed, but the most modern country is used for easy reference.

Birthday Coloring Page: A fun coloring page repeats the composer’s birthday, and invites the artist to color in a special cupcake to celebrate the occasion.

Birth Month Vocabulary This small list of six vocabulary words will contain terms related to the composer’s birthday season. Ranging from Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter – to rain, flowers, snow, and everything in between.

Composer Vocabulary Another six-word vocabulary list that typically includes the composer’s name, birthplace, instrument, or other related terms. Space is provided to trace each term and the included handwriting paper can be used for additional practice.

Numbers & Letter Tracing The numbers and letter tracing sheet offers additional handwriting practice.

Handwriting & Story Pages Two types of blank paper are included, either for continued practice of vocabulary words or for story writing.

Listening Activity Sheets (4) Listening sheets include the title of a popular piece, the composer, a black & white composer to color in, and a space for drawing any scene that may come to mind when listening. There are also additional options to identify the mood of a piece and indicate which instruments are playing.

Listening Sheets Included:

1. Toccata and Fugue in D Minor
2. Fantasia and Fugue in G Minor
3. Cantata No. 21
4. Orchestral Suite No. 3 "Air"

Wilhelm Friedemann Bach

1-page Resource Guide - This guide will get you started quickly! Just print and play.

Listening Sheet Star Rating Guides - A reference sheet illustrates the five-star rating system included in most listening sheets. Each frame has a description, with one being "okay" and 5 stars as "Wow!"

Listening Sheets - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from the musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more. There is a space for drawing and several non-musical elements to consider, such as animals and nature.

Weather and Emotions Listening Sheets

Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.

2 Biography Pages - Fact sheet (1 or 2 facts are already provided, a box to paste/draw the composer's portrait, and a birthday box to color in and decorate cupcakes! A duplicate blank page is included for students to do their own research.

Composer Research Sheet - Students can use their favorite reference materials to compile a full page of facts about the composer's home country. Some of the research options include capital, continent, population, food, and more.

Composer Rating Activity - There are more options to profile the composer on the rating sheet, including which season and musical style they belong to. This can also be used as a listening sheet or as a bulletin board display.

Word Composer Activity - The classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words and record their scores. Add a timer for an extra challenge.

Musical Selections (two pages per piece)

1. Sinfonia in D Minor, F. 65
2. Keyboard Sonata in A Major, F. 8
3. Concerto for 2 Harpsichords, F. 46
4. Harpsichord Concerto in F Major
5. Duet for 2 Violas in G Major, No. 2, F. 61
6. Adagio and Fugue, F. 65
7. Flute Sonata in E Minor
8. Fantasia in E Minor, FK. 21

Johann Sebastian Bach Birthday Fun Pack!

Celebrate the birthday and achievements of Johann Sebastian Bach! This composer fun pack is full of vocabulary, coloring, listening sheets and more. Designed for Pre-K and Kindergarten + adaptable for older students as well!

What’s Inside:

Composer Fact Sheet

Birthplace Fact Sheet

Birthday Coloring Sheet

Birthday Season Vocabulary

Composer Vocabulary

Story Tiles

Compose a Story

Birthday Planner - More or Less Activities (4 pages)

Find the Difference

Compose a Pattern (2 pages)

Listening Sheets:

Toccata and Fugue in D Minor

Cantata No. 21

Orchestral Suite No. 3 (Air)

Magnificat

Italian Concerto

Bourree in E Minor

Fugue in G Minor

The Partita in D Minor

Mass in B Minor

Carl P.E. Bach

1-page Resource Guide - This guide will get you started quickly! Just print and play.

Listening Sheet Star Rating Guides - A reference sheet illustrates the five-star rating system included in most listening sheets. Each frame has a description, with one being "okay" and 5 stars as "Wow!"

Listening Sheets - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from the musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more. There is a space for drawing and several non-musical elements to consider, such as animals and nature.

Weather and Emotions Listening Sheets

Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.

2 Biography Pages - Fact sheet (1 or 2 facts are already provided, a box to paste/draw the composer's portrait, and a birthday box to color in and decorate cupcakes! A duplicate blank page is included for students to do their own research.

Composer Research Sheet - Students can use their favorite reference materials to compile a full page of facts about the composer's home country. Some of the research options include capital, continent, population, food, and more.

Composer Rating Activity - There are more options to profile the composer on the rating sheet, including which season and musical style they belong to. This can also be used as a listening sheet or as a bulletin board display.

Word Composer Activity - The classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words and record their scores. Add a timer for an extra challenge.

Musical Selections (two pages per piece)

1. Cello Concerto in A Minor, WQ. 170
2. Keyboard Concerto in D Minor, WQ. 23
3. Flute Concerto in D Minor, WQ. 22
4. Keyboard Sonata in A Major, WQ. 55
5. Symphony in E Minor, WQ. 178
6. Symphony in E-Flat Major, WQ. 179

Teaching classical music appreciation is essential. It invites students to explore the vast array of musical styles and sounds while also helping to develop their creativity, critical thinking, and interpretation skills. Classical music appreciation also engages students in the arts and promotes social-emotional learning. 

The Teacher Appreciation Music Bundle is a comprehensive resource that offers a wide range of classical music styles, elements, and moods to lead your students on a creative and insightful journey through music history.

Lifetime Updates

You'll have everything you need for classical music appreciation with 100+ listening activities in this activity vault. You will also receive periodic updates for this resource for free! Keep an eye on your "My Purchases" tab for update notifications.

Bundle Benefits:

• Save time! The music selections are pre-curated for you
• Add music appreciation to various lessons and unit studies
• Students explore social-emotional themes through listening
• Low-prep engaging and mindful activities for students
• Easily find the music on YouTube or your favorite music services
• No musical training is required - just print and play (great for subs!)

"Winterreise" (Schubert)

Franz Schubert's "Winterreise" is an enchanting musical voyage that takes listeners through twenty-four emotional compositions. With its sweeping melodies and profound lyrics, this suite paints a vivid picture of a winter journey through snow-covered forests and small villages.

Mood: sorrowful, melancholy, and inspiring

Composer: Franz Schubert was a gifted composer and pianist most remembered for his unique style of composition and the emotional depth in his works.

Featured music with two listening activity pages per piece:

Gute Nacht (Good Night) | Die Wetterfahne (The Weathervane) | Gefror'ne Tränen (Frozen Tears) | Erstarrung (Frozen) | Der Lindenbaum (The Linden Tree) | Wasserflut (Flood) | Auf dem Flusse (On the Stream) | Rückblick (Backwards Glance) | Irrlicht (Will o' the Wisp) | Rast (Rest) | Frühlingstraum (Dream of Spring) | Einsamkeit (Loneliness) | Die Post (The Post) | Der greise Kopf (The Gray Head) | Die Krähe (The Crow) | Letzte Hoffnung (Last Hope) | Im Dorfe (In the Village) | Der stürmische Morgen (The Stormy Morning) | Täuschung (Deception) | Der Wegweiser (The Signpost) | Das Wirtshaus (The Inn) | Mut! (Have Courage) | Die Nebensonnen (The Sun Dogs) Der Leiermann (The Hurdy-Gurdy Man)

Album for the Young, Op. 39 (Tchaikovsky)

Tchaikovsky's "Album for the Young" is a beautiful collection of piano pieces, perfect for students. These short and lively compositions are an excellent introduction to the music of this great Russian composer!

Mood: lively, energetic, and delicate

Composer: Pyotr Tchaikovsky was a beloved Russian composer celebrated for his beautiful melodies and expressive orchestration.

Featured music with two listening activity pages per piece:

Morning Prayer | Winter Morning | Playing Hobby-Horses | Mama | March of the Wooden Soldiers | The New Doll | The Sick Doll | The Doll's Funeral | Waltz | Polka | Mazurka | Russian Song | The Harmonica Player | Kamarinskaya | Peasant Prelude | Italian song | Old French Song | German Song | Nanny's Story | The Sorcerer | Sweet Dreams | Lark Song | In Church | The Song of the Organ-Grinder

Four Ogives (Satie)

Erik Satie's "Four Ogives" is a captivating and elegant collection of piano pieces. These vibrant compositions are perfect for students exploring advanced piano techniques and musical expression. With their lyrical melodies and intricate harmonies, each ogive offers a unique and challenging look into Satie's musical genius. 

Mood: contemplative, delicate, and reflective

Composer: Erik Satie was a French composer renowned for his innovative and minimalistic compositions.

Featured music with two listening activity pages per piece:

Ogive No. 1 | Ogive No. 2 | Ogive No. 3 | Ogive No. 4

Hungarian Rhapsodies (Liszt)

Franz Liszt's "Hungarian Rhapsodies" are an exciting and passionate collection of virtuoso pieces. With their dramatic melodies and brilliant piano technique, these works will captivate your classroom or homeschool. Each piece showcases Liszt's unique compositional style and gives students the opportunity to explore different aspects of musical performance.

Mood: passionate, dramatic, vibrant, and thrilling

Composer: Franz Liszt was a Hungarian composer and virtuoso pianist who pushed the boundaries of classical music with his experimental and passionate works.

Featured music with two listening activity pages per piece:

Hungarian Rhapsody No. 1 | Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2 | Hungarian Rhapsody No. 3 | Hungarian Rhapsody No. 4 | Hungarian Rhapsody No. 5 | Hungarian Rhapsody No. 6 | Hungarian Rhapsody No. 7 | Hungarian Rhapsody No. 8 | Hungarian Rhapsody No. 9 | Hungarian Rhapsody No. 10 | Hungarian Rhapsody No. 11 | Hungarian Rhapsody No. 12 | Hungarian Rhapsody No. 13 | Hungarian Rhapsody No. 14 | Hungarian Rhapsody No. 15 | Hungarian Rhapsody No. 16 | Hungarian Rhapsody No. 17 | Hungarian Rhapsody No. 18 | Hungarian Rhapsody No. 19

Pictures at an Exhibition (Mussorgsky)

Modest Mussorgsky's "Pictures at an Exhibition" is a captivating musical journey for students to experience. This suite of pieces based on artwork is a perfect introduction to classical music, as it offers a wide variety of beautiful melodies, delicate harmonies, and thrilling orchestrations. 

Mood: captivating, dynamic, and evocative

Composer: Modest Mussorgsky was a Russian composer known for his powerful and evocative works exploring various themes of life through music.

Featured music with two listening activity pages per piece:

The Gnome | The Old Castle | Tuileries | Cattle | Battle of Unhatched Chicks | Samuel Goldenberg and Schmuÿle | Limoges. The Market | Catacombs | The Hut on Hen's Legs | The Bogatyr Gates

Brandenburg Concertos

Johann Sebastian Bach's Brandenburg Concertos are a beloved collection of baroque works that will engage your students. With their intricate counterpoint and lively rhythms, these pieces offer a unique look into the genius of Johann Sebastian Bach and showcase a wide range of compositional techniques.

Mood: vibrant, intricate, energetic, and exciting

Composer: Johann Sebastian Bach was a towering figure of the Baroque era who composed works of great technical mastery and emotional depth.

Featured music with two listening activity pages per piece:

Brandenburg Concerto No. 1 in F Major | Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F Major | Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G Major | Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 in G Major | Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 in D Major | Brandenburg Concerto No. 6 in B-Flat Major

Classical Fairy Tale

The Fairy Tale Story Pack is an engaging activity pack that invites students to create their own stories while listening. From lullabies and waltzes to lively marches and playful melodies! Students will love exploring these pieces as they learn about the different elements of classical music and create their own fantastic stories with each composition.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream, Felix Mendelssohn | Tapiola, Jean Sibelius | Clair de Lune, Claude Debussy | Ride of the Valkyries, Richard Wagner | Symphony No. 40 in G Minor, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart | Symphony No. 9, Ludwig Van Beethoven | Sinfonia No. 5, George Walker | Gaelic Symphony, Amy Beach | In the Hall of the Mountain King, Edvard Grieg | Cinderella Suite No. 1, Sergei Prokofiev | Imperial March, John Williams | La Mer, Claude Debussy | Ennanga, William Grant Still | The Eternal Vow, Tan Dun | Cinderella Suite No. 2, Sergei Prokofiev | The Sleeping Beauty Waltz, Pyotr Tchaikovsky

Mood: innovative, imaginative, expressive, and inspiring

Composer: 

John Field's Nocturnes

John Field's "Nocturnes" is a beautiful collection of piano works that engage each student in music appreciation. These pieces feature lush harmonies and colorful melodies, making them the ideal choice for learning the intricacies of musical performance. 

No. 1 in E-Flat Major | No. 2 in C Minor | No. 3 in A-Flat Major | No. 4 in A Major | No. 5 in B-Flat Major | No. 6 "Cradle Song" in F Major | No. 7 "Reverie" in C Major | No. 8 in E Minor | No. 9 "Pastorale" in A Major | No. 10 "Romance" in E-Flat Major | No. 11 in E-Flat Major | No. 12 in G Major | No. 13 "Song Without Words" in D Minor | No. 14 in C Major | No. 15 in C Major | No. 16 in F Major | No. 17 "Grande Pastorale" in E Major | No. 18 "Noontide" in E Major

Mood: romantic, soulful, lyrical, and captivating

Composer: John Field was an Irish composer and pianist who specialized in creating beautiful and lyrical compositions for the piano.

Rainy Day Music Pack

Rainy day music is the perfect opportunity for your classroom or homeschool to relax, unwind, and enjoy the gentle sounds of rain. Students can explore different elements of classical music while at the same time enjoying a soothing atmosphere. Rainy day music invites students to immerse themselves in music and enjoy its calming effects!

Jardins Sous la Pluie, Debussy | The Welcome Arrival of Rain, Weir | Prelude Op. 28, No. 15 (Raindrop) Chopin | Les Preludes, Liszt | Symphony No. 6, Beethoven | Violin Sonata No. 1, Brahms | Land of the Mountain and the Flood, MacCunn | Alpine Symphony, Strauss | Gymnopédie No. 1, Satie | Piano Concerto No. 21, Mozart

Mood: calming, soothing, tranquil, peaceful, and relaxing

Composer: 

Vivaldi's Four Seasons

Vivaldi's Four Seasons is a timeless collection of pieces inspired by the beauty of nature and its changing seasons. With its vibrant melodies, lush orchestrations, and captivating rhythms, this work offers a perfect opportunity for students to explore the incredible power of music.

Spring | Summer | Autumn | Winter

Mood: vibrant, lyrical, captivating, and inspiring

Composer: Antonio Vivaldi was an Italian composer best known for his stunningly beautiful and vibrant works that capture the spirit of nature.

The Planets

Gustav Holst's The Planets is an iconic suite of music that brings the solar system to life with music. Through this work, students can explore the vastness and mysteries of space, all while developing their musical interpretation skills. Each movement offers something new, from vibrant fanfare to peaceful interludes, allowing students to experience sounds, textures, and styles. 

The Planets (for listening to the whole suite) | Mars, the Bringer of War | Venus, the Bringer of Peace | Mercury, the Winged Messenger | Jupiter, the Bringer of Jollity | Saturn, the Bringer of Old Age | Uranus, the Magician | Neptune, the Mystic | Pluto, the Unpredictable (Bernstein and the New York Philharmonic) | Earth (Jun Nagao)

Mood: grand, stirring, vibrant, peaceful, and mysterious

Composer: Gustav Holst was a British composer celebrated for his stirring and cinematic compositions.

Listening Sheet - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more.

Weather & Feelings - Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.

+ BONUS FILE

This bundle has you covered with engaging listening activities, but what about visual learning? Grab this pack of 70 Composer Fact Sheet Posters as a free bonus! These calming rainbow-themed posters can also work as handouts, or resize them in your print settings for colorful flashcards.

This big Bach bundle includes 120+ pages of fun & engaging activities! From listening sheets to music note matching - there are lots of ways to include Johann Sebastian Bach into your composer unit!

Bach Note Match

Music Center! Do you need engaging activities for practicing music notes? This music note matching activity reviews & strengthens treble and bass note skills. Cut and laminate for extended use. Cards feature adorable Johann Sebastian Bach clipart with bright, spring backgrounds!

*An additional set of posters & cards are included without background graphics.

18 Grand Staff Puzzles (18 in all)

Treble Space Notes: f - a - c - e

Treble Line Notes: e - g - b - d - f

Bass Space Notes: a - c - e - g

Bass Line Notes: g - b - d - f - a

5 Wall Posters / Music Center Sheets

Grand Staff: Illustrates the two staves

Treble Clef: Explains at-a-glance what the treble clef looks like

Treble Notes: Displays and defines the notes on the treble clef

Bass Clef: Explains at-a-glance what the bass clef looks like

Bass Notes: Displays and defines the notes on the bass clef

Bach Composer Listening Activities

Composer Fact Sheet - From the composer's birthplace to the instruments they've studied, this one page reference sheet will make a great handout for your students.

Birthplace Guide - Add in some geographical research to discover more about where the composer was born! This page includes space for writing the capital, language, and even a popular food.

Listening Sheet - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from the musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more.

Weather & Feelings - Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.

Printable Listening Sheet Sets Include:

01. Toccata and Fugue in D Minor

02. Fantasia and Fugue in G Minor

03. Cantata No. 21

04. Orchestral Suite No. 3 (Air)

05. Concerto for Two Violins

06. Partitia for Violin No. 2

07. Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major

Bach Word Search

One composer. Ten words. Three styles. Pick & print your favorite! Use with a timer for a race through musical history or as an independent activity.

Bach Fun Pack!

Celebrate the birthday and achievements of Johann Sebastian Bach! This composer fun pack is full of vocabulary, coloring, listening sheets and more. Designed for Pre-K and Kindergarten + adaptable for older students as well!

What’s Inside:

Composer Fact Sheet

Birthplace Fact Sheet

Birthday Coloring Sheet

Birthday Season Vocabulary

Composer Vocabulary

Story Tiles

Compose a Story

Birthday Planner - More or Less Activities (4 pages)

Find the Difference

Compose a Pattern (2 pages)

Listening Sheets:

Toccata and Fugue in D Minor

Cantata No. 21

Orchestral Suite No. 3 (Air)

Magnificat

Italian Concerto

Bourree in E Minor

Fugue in G Minor

The Partita in D Minor

Mass in B Minor

Bach & Marcello "Adagio"

This beautiful piece is originally attributed to Italian composer Alessandro Marcello and later arranged by Johann Sebastian Bach for the keyboard. Both pieces are widely available on YouTube, from the oboe to violin and of course, the piano.

01. Oboe Concerto in D Minor (second movement,) Marcello

02. BWV 974 Adagio, Bach

"Little" Fugue in G Minor

Just Print & Play! Do you need fun and engaging brain breaks? This classical music activity pack features 6 listening activities to experience! The Star Rating and Emoji guides are included as a fun reference (color/b&w.) Also great for sub plans & sub tubs!

Featured Music:

Academic Festival Overture, Op. 80, Johannes Brahms

Brain Break Activities:

1. Listening Sheet - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from the musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more.
2. Weather & Feelings - Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.
3. Listen & Color a Carnival - Students can color their own carnival while listening to the selected music! Which carnival rides and activities would best fit a piece of music? Does the tempo feel like a roller coaster or a peaceful swing ride in the sky? Choose a tasty treat from the snack bar, then stop at the prize booth before finishing. There are no wrong answers!
4. Emoji Checkbox Listening - This listening sheet style is all about checkboxes! Students note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from the musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more! Time, nature, settings, instruments, and colors are also listed. Students color in the emojis that best describe their listening experience in the emoji grid. The 'Inspiration Box' can be used for inspired drawing, journaling, notes, poetry, etc.
5. 1-5 Star Rating Guide in color
6. 1-5 Star Rating Guide in black & white
7. Emoji Rating Guide in color
8. Emoji Rating Guide in black & white
9. Word Composer - compose a list of new words using letters from the composer's name. Add a timer for an extra challenge!
10. Drawing/Writing Page - a freestyle approach to listening! Students can draw a scene inspired by the music selection or use the page as a writing space. Great for bulletin boards and displays!

Just print & play! Do you need engaging listening activities or music sub plans? These printable listening sheets offer creative ways for students to learn more about the life and compositions of 20 composers! Designed with the youngest students in mind - this bundle contains handwriting practice, coloring, and drawing.

Bundle Benefits:

• Save time! The music selections are already curated for you
• Add music appreciation to various lessons and unit studies
• Students explore social-emotional themes through listening
• Low-prep engaging and mindful activities for students
• Easily find the music on YouTube or your favorite music services
• No musical training is required - just print and play!

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of popular classical music composers
• familiarity with the composer's works
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of classical music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within classical music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

What’s Inside:

• Five Star Rating Guide
• Composer Fact Sheet: Each composer fact sheet in this series includes fun, basic information – full name, birthplace, birth date, and more. One of the composer’s most popular compositions is also included. The fact sheet contains a place for writing fun facts or notes.
• Word Composer Activity: In the classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words. Add a timer for an extra challenge.
• Birthplace Fact Sheet: Use your favorite geographical resource to find the country’s language(s), leadership, traditional foods, and more! The historical name of some territories may have changed, but the most modern country is used for easy reference.
• Birthday Coloring Page: A fun coloring page repeats the composer’s birthday, and invites the artist to color in a special cupcake to celebrate the occasion.
• Composer Study Page: Students compile a short biographical page with the composer's full name, birthplace, instruments, and more!
• Composer Vocabulary Another six-word vocabulary list that typically includes the composer’s name, birthplace, instrument, or other related terms. Space is provided to trace each term and the included handwriting paper can be used for additional practice.
• Full Writing Page
• Writing/Drawing Page
• Drawing Page
• Listening Activity Sheets Listening sheets include the title of a popular piece, the composer, a black & white composer to color in, and a space for drawing any scene that may come to mind when listening. There are additional options to identify the mood of a piece and indicate which instruments are playing.
• Weather Color & Listen Sheet: While listening to the selected piece, students can color in the weather elements they feel and hear.
• Emotions Color & Listen Sheet: Students color the character(s) that best identify their emotions while listening to the music.
• Emojis Color & Listen Sheet: Twelve emojis to choose from! Students choose the emoji faces that best match their feelings or impressions about the music.

Choose composers by their birthday month or in any order at all! With 20 to choose from you can plan units for the whole year. Each composer unit includes 50 pages!

Composers Included:

01. Franz Schubert (January)

02. Gioachino Rossini (February)

03. John Williams (February)

04. Joseph Haydn (March)

05. Astor Piazzolla (March)

06. Modest Mussorgsky (March)

07. Robert Schumann (June)

08. Edvard Grieg (June)

09. Gustav Mahler (July)

10. Claude Debussy (August)

11. Leonard Bernstein (August)

12. Antonín Dvořák (September)

13. Clara Schumann (September)

14. George Gershwin (September)

15. Camille Saint-Saëns (October)

16. Aaron Copland (November)

17. John Philip Sousa (November)

18. Scott Joplin (November)

19. Carlos Gardel (December)

20. Ludwig Van Beethoven (December)

+ BONUS FILE

This bundle has you covered with engaging listening activities, but what about visual learning? Grab this pack of 70 Composer Fact Sheet Posters as a free bonus! These calming rainbow-themed posters can also work as handouts, or resize them in your print settings for colorful flashcards.

"Wonderful resource!" - Zoe C.

Do you need fun & engaging music activities for December? The Nutcracker BIG Activity Bundle includes ten full resources + the bonus Nutcracker Carnival

Bundle Benefits:

• Save time! The music selections are already curated for you
• Add music appreciation to various lessons and unit studies
• Students explore social-emotional themes through listening
• Low-prep engaging and mindful activities for students
• Easily find the music on YouTube or your favorite music services
• No musical training is required - just print and play!

The Nutcracker Classical Music, Tchaikovsky, Christmas Activities, December

Just Print & Play! "The Nutcracker" is one of Tchaikovsky's most famous compositions. These printable "The Nutcracker" Listening Sheets will add some festive cheer to your class party, homeschool meetups, or holiday family fun! Also great as sub plans and brain breaks!

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of The Nutcracker Suite
• familiarity with the composer's works
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of classical music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within classical music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Printable Listening Sheets Include: (two pages per piece)

1. Overture
2. The Christmas Tree
3. March
4. Gallop And Dance Of The Parents
5. The Presents Of Drosselmeyer
6. Grandfather Dance
7. Clara And The Nutcracker
8. Battle with the Mouse King
9. In The Christmas Tree
10. Waltz Of The Snowflakes
11. The Magic Castle On The Mountain Of Sweets
12. Clara And Prince Charming
13. Chocolate (Spanish Dance)
14. Coffee (Arabian Dance)
15. Tea (Chinese Dance)
16. Trepak (Russian Dance)
17. Dance Of The Reed Pipes
18. Polichinelle (The Clown)
19. Waltz Of The Flowers
20. Pas De Deux (3rd Movement contains "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy")
21. Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy
22. Grand Finale

The Nutcracker Music Notes Matching Flashcards, Christmas

Music Center! Do you need engaging activities for winter or The Nutcracker? This music note matching activity reviews & strengthens treble and bass note skills! Cut and laminate for extended use - perfect for winter, December, and including in your Nutcracker-themed fun!

18 Grand Staff Puzzles (18 in all)

Treble Space Notes: f - a - c - e

Treble Line Notes: e - g - b - d - f

Bass Space Notes: a - c - e - g

Bass Line Notes: g - b - d - f - a

5 Wall Posters / Music Center Sheets

Grand Staff: Illustrates the two staves

Treble Clef: Explains at-a-glance what the treble clef looks like

Treble Notes: Displays and defines the notes on the treble clef

Bass Clef: Explains at-a-glance what the bass clef looks like

Bass Notes: Displays and defines the notes on the bass clef

The Nutcracker Blank Sheet Music! Christmas Composing & December Activities

Do you need fun and engaging music activities for December? Designed with the youngest composers in mind - these blank manuscript pages allow students to compose their own pieces! Draw the music notes or use small stickers to piece together a classical composition. Treble & bass clef tracing sheets are also included.

This set is inspired by "The Nutcracker" and features clipart from the well-loved story/performance.

Nutcracker Bingo! Christmas Activities & December Sub Plans for ASTROBRIGHTS

Do you need fun & engaging music activities for December? Add this BINGO game to your Nutcracker unit or winter sub plans! Students will enjoy racing to find Clara, the Mouse King, Godfather Drosselmeyer, and more! There are also a few festive objects like cupcakes and ornaments. Great for printing on Astrobright paper!

Product Includes:

• Instruction page
• 25 Caller Cards (6 per page)
• 30 BINGO game boards - each one contains the same characters but have slightly different layouts.

Use mini-erasers, bingo chips, or other fun items as space markers. Students get 5 in a row to win!

Nutcracker Numbers! Tracing & Handwriting Practice, Christmas Activities

Do you need fun & engaging handwriting activities for December? These tracing and handwriting practice sheets feature The Nutcracker! Each page has a number to trace and write, with a coloring practice at the bottom. Blank pages (with pictures) are also included for additional practice or story writing.

Product Includes:

• 10 numbered trace & write pages
• 10 blank Nutcracker writing pages

The Nutcracker Themed Pages:

1. One Nutcracker
2. Two Snow Queens
3. Three Mice
4. Four Flower Dancers
5. Five Grandfather Clocks
6. Six Dancers
7. Seven Sugarplum Fairies
8. Eight Candy Canes
9. Nine Toy Soliders
10. Ten Gifts

Nutcracker Favorites Performance Journal, Classical Music December Activities

No Prep! Do you need engaging activities to accompany "The Nutcracker?" Students can note their favorite elements from "The Nutcracker" with this scrapbook-style journal/coloring page!

Favorite Boxes Include:

1. Dance
2. Scene
3. Costume
4. Moment
5. Character
6. Music

Nutcracker Word Search, Classical Music December Activities, Christmas Fun!

No Prep! Do you need engaging activities to accompany "The Nutcracker?" Students can search for Nutcracker-themed words in this 15x15 word grid. Eighteen words can be found up, down, or across! Answer key included.

Story Writing Pages with The Nutcracker Theme for Christmas & December!

Just Print & Play! Do you need fun & engaging handwriting activities? These story sheets feature The Nutcracker! Compose a Nutcracker-themed story or use for seasonal handwriting practice.

• 15 Full Writing Pages
• 15 Story & Writing Pages

The Nutcracker Scene List ★ Performance Handouts, Unit Planning

No Prep! Do you need a scene list to accompany "The Nutcracker?" Performances will vary, but this easy-to-use guide includes the scenes found in most productions! The scene list can be used to follow along, given as student handouts, or used as a planning page for your Nutcracker activities/units.

Product Includes:

1. One page with the scenes/numbers
2. One page with scenes and no numbers
3. One page with scenes and note boxes

There's something special about classical music during the Halloween season. It's mysterious, suspenseful, and an exciting way to add music appreciation to any lesson! It can be challenging to find the right "spooky" music for Halloween, but we've done all the work for you! Be sure to check out the detailed preview above for a closer look!

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You'll have everything you need for the spookiest Halloween ever, with 320 pages of classical music appreciation activities! You will also receive periodic updates for this resource for free! Keep an eye on your "My Purchases" tab for update notifications.

Bundle Benefits:

• Save time! The music selections are already curated for you
• Add music appreciation to various lessons and unit studies
• Students explore social-emotional themes through listening
• Low-prep engaging and mindful activities for students
• Easily find the music on YouTube or your favorite music services
• No musical training is required - just print and play!

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of popular classical music composers
• familiarity with the composer's works
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of classical music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within classical music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Resource Packs Included

Halloween Carnival of the Animals

Do you need fun and engaging classical music activities? This listening pack features Carnival of the Animals by Saint-Saëns with a spooky twist! Experience the magical notes of Saint-Saëns's "Aquarium" and the soothing strings of "The Swan" with a Halloween theme! (29 pages)

Halloween Listening Mats

Halloween Classical Music Listening Mats are fun and interactive listening activities for students. There are ten different listening mat designs with scenes that students can color. (53 pages)

Halloween Pirates

Classical Halloween Story listening sheets combine music appreciation with a spooky theme! Students compose their haunted tale by choosing the setting, characters, and familiar Halloween objects inspired by the music. There’s also a drawing box for students to capture a scene from their imaginations. Discuss and display for further engagement! (21 pages)

Halloween Planets

Do you need fun and engaging classical music activities? Experience Gustav Holst's "The Planets!" with a spooky Halloween theme! Each musical composition represents a different planet. Later additions by Leonard Bernstein and Jun Nagao are also included. (21 pages)

Halloween Wizards

Do you need engaging classical music activities? Spooky Wizards features wand-waving and magical music with mayhem-inspired compositions! (21 pages)

Haunted Houses Halloween Music

"This was a great resource that I used in our music history lessons." - Carolyn

Finding good Halloween music can be tricky. Fortunately, there are plenty of classical music pieces that fit the Halloween spirit! This Halloween music appreciation pack includes ten of the most fun and spooky classical pieces that offer a taste of Halloween. Learn about the music of great composers, such as Beethoven, Bach, and Brahms, with Halloween music that will be a hit with your class! (86 pages)

Halloween Story

Do you need engaging classical music activities? Classical Halloween Story listening sheets combine music appreciation with a spooky theme! Students compose their haunted tale by choosing the setting, characters, and familiar Halloween objects inspired by the music. There’s also a drawing box for students to capture a scene from their imaginations. Discuss and display for further engagement! (21 pages)

Haunted Harmony

This Halloween music activity pack is a valuable resource for teachers who want to implement classical music appreciation in their classrooms. It is a great way to introduce students to classical music and to help them develop a lifelong appreciation for the arts. (54 pages)

Spooky Symphony

"I used this for Halloween SEL. My students enjoyed the creativity of the activity." - Retta

Do you need engaging Halloween activities or music sub plans? These printable listening sheets offer creative ways for students to learn more about the spooky tones of Halloween music! (12 pages)

Spooky Name Generator

Just print & play! Students use their initials to "generate" their new spooky Halloween name. The sillier the better! There are two choices in each letter box for plenty of variety. Each name generator sheet is slightly different for mixing & matching. They can use their Halloween names on spooky name tags, hats, or to label their desks! (4 pages)

Halloween Night Word Search

No Prep! Word search activities offer many benefits for students. They can help students learn new vocabulary, improve spelling skills, and develop problem-solving abilities. These word search activities are great for reviewing concepts in a fun and challenging way! Word search activities also make engaging brain breaks and bell-ringers. (1 page + answer key)

Halloween Blank Sheet Music

Do you need fun and engaging Halloween music activities? Designed with the youngest composers in mind - these blank manuscript pages allow students to compose their own pieces! Draw the music notes or use small stickers to piece together a classical composition. Treble & bass clef tracing sheets are also included. (14 pages)

Halloween Listening Buddies

"I ended up using this with all of my students and got some really creative scenes!" - Melanie

Listening Buddies sheets feature a piece of classical music with the composer’s name. While the music plays, students draw a scene in the box inspired by the music. They can also explore the feelings and mood of a piece by coloring the emojis that match their listening experience. Students color the listening buddy at the top of the page or you can print the color version. (10 pages)

The Sorcerer's Apprentice

While listening, students color the scene and choose the keywords/elements that resonate with their listening experience. There are also blank lines for writing in additional keywords. Students often engage in discussions about what they've heard or felt. Great for displaying! (1 page)

Do you know how composers create the haunting sounds of Halloween? Check out our blog post The Hidden Secrets of Spooky Halloween Music to learn more!

Back to School Music Fun! Do you need engaging classical music activities? Classical Space Tale listening sheets combine music appreciation with an intergalactic theme! Students compose their epic space tale by choosing the setting, characters, and familiar space objects inspired by the music.

There is also a drawing box for students to capture a scene from their imaginations. Discuss and display for further engagement! Each set includes a Space Tale Guide, Space Tale Listening Sheets, and Space Tale Drawing Pages.

Bundle Benefits:

• Save time! The music selections are already curated for you
• Add music appreciation to various lessons and unit studies
• Students explore social-emotional themes through listening
• Low-prep engaging and mindful activities for students
• Easily find the music on YouTube or your favorite music services
• No musical training is required - just print and play!

★ Full Bundle Features:

159 classical pieces for listening and exploring

318 printable listening activities (two pages per piece)

Low-prep classical music appreciation for all 12 months

Summer-themed music that can be included in send-home packets

Print & play activities for Spring, Summer, Autumn/Fall, and Winter

Composers range from Baroque to Modern

Engaging activities to include in your sub tubs and plans

Group or independent listening for distance learning

★ Classical Music Themes:

New Year

Valentine's Day

St. Patrick's Day

Spring

Flowers

Trees

4th of July

Earth

Fall/Autumn

Halloween

Winter (festive)

August Summer (Ocean & Earth) (10 Selections) – Available Now!

01. The Lark Ascending, Vaughan Williams, 02. The Earth Prelude, Eiunadi, 03. The Four Seasons, Vivaldi, 04. Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun, Debussy, 05. Water Music, Handel, 06. River Flows in You, Yiruma, 07. Prelude Op. 28, No. 15 ("Raindrop",) Chopin, 08. Become Ocean, Adams, 09. A Walk in the Forest, Blech, 10. The Sea, Bridge

September Days (Autumn) (10 Selections) – Available Now!

01. Our Town, Copland, 02. Autumn Gardens, Rautavaara, 03. String Quartet No. 15, Beethoven, 04. November Woods, Bax, 05. Symphony No. 10, Raff, 06. Comes Autumn Time, Sowerby, 07. The Seasons: Autumn, Glazunov, 08. Autumn Moon over the Calm Lake, Wencheng, 09. String Quartet in E Minor, Delius, 10. Violin Concerto No. 14, Barber

Spooky October (Halloween) (19 Selections) – Available Now!

01. Toccata and Fugue in D Minor, Bach, 02. Totentanz, Liszt, 03. Mephisto Waltz, Liszt, 04. Aquarium, Saint-Saens, 05. O Fortuna, Orff, 06. Gnomus, Mussorgsky, 07. Night on Bald Mountain, Mussorgsky, 08. Der Vampyr, Marschner, 09. In the Hall of the Mountain King, Grieg, 10. The Sorcerer's Apprentice, Dukas, 11. Dance of the Knights, Prokofiev, 12. Danse Macabre, Saint-Saens, 13. Beethoven's Silence, Cortazar, 14. Moonlight Sonata, Beethoven, 15. Piano Quintet in A Minor, Dvorak, 16. Lacrimosa, Mozart, 17. Scarbo, Ravel, 18. Lake in the Moonlight, Tchaikovsky, 19. Cuckoo in the Depths of the Woods, Saint-Saëns

Calm November (Thanksgiving) (20 Selections) – Available Now!

01. Appalachian Spring, Copland, 02. Awakening, Curiale, 03. New England Holidays, Ives, 04. Symphony No. 3, Copland, 05. The Tender Land Suite, Copland, 06. Quiet City, Copland, 07. Green Hills, Alwyn, 08. Song for Harvest Season, Ives, 09. Turkey Trot, Bernstein, 10. Badinerie, Bach, 11. Divertimento, Bernstein, 12. Autumn, (Four Seasons) Vivaldi, 13. Cello Concerto No. 1 in C Major, Haydn, 14. Piano Sonata No. 17 in B-Flat Major, Mozart, 15. Kinderszenen, Schumann, 16. Piano Concerto No. 3, Beethoven, 17. Pilgrims, Rorem, 18. English Horn Concerto, Rorem, 19. Autumn Legend, Alwyn, 20. Festival March, Alwyn

Festive December (Winter) (19 Selections) – Available Now!

01. Carol of the Bells, Leontovych, 02. Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy, Tchaikovsky, 03. Four Seasons (Winter,) Vivaldi, 04. Troika, Prokofiev, 05. Symphony No. 1 in G Minor, Tchaikovsky, 06. The Snow is Dancing, Debussy, 07. Footprints in the Snow, Debussy, 08. Piano Concerto No. 1, Rachmaninoff, 09. Symphony No. 11, Raff, 10. Peter and the Wolf, Prokofiev, 11. Ice Dance, Elfman, 12. Winter Wind, Chopin, 13. Alpine Symphony, Strauss, 14. Sinfonia, Vivaldi, 15. Winterreise, Schubert, 16. Chasse-Neige, Liszt, 17. The Snow Maiden, Rimsky-Korsakov, 18. String Quartet in F Major, Ravel, 19. Sinfonia Antarctic, Williams

Hello, January! (New Year) (13 Selections) – Available Now!

01. Fantasia on Auld Lang Syne, Ernest Tomlinson, 02. Masquerade Suite, Aram Khachaturian, 03. The Blue Danube, Johann Strauss, 04. Les Patineurs Valse (The Skater's Waltz,) Émile Waldteufel, 05. Trumpet Concerto in E Flat Major, Joseph Haydn, 06. Concerto Grosso in C Major, Arcangelo Corelli, 07. Piano Concerto in G Major, Maurice Ravel, 08. Jupiter, The Bringer of Jollity, Gustav Holst, 09. Symphony No. 1 (Winter Dreams,) Tchaikovsky, 10. Waltz in D, Op. 9, No. 3 ("Country Waltz,) Franz Schubert, 11. Suite De Symphonies, No. 1 (Rondeau,) Jean-Joseph Mouret, 12. Brandenburg Concerto, No. 4 in G Major, Johann Sebastian Bach, 13. Concerto for 2 Violins in D Minor, Johann Sebastian Bach

Sweet February (Valentine's Day) (19 Selections) – Available Now!

01. Liebesträume No. 3, Liszt, 02. Piano Concerto No. 21, Mozart, 03. Clair De Lune, Debussy, 04. Romeo and Juliet Overture, Tchaikovsky, 05. Violin Romance No. 2, Beethoven, 06. Salut d'Amour, Elgar 07. Piano Concerto No. 2, Rachmaninoff, 08. Sleeping Beauty Waltz, Tchaikovsky, 09. Cavalleria Rusticana (Intermezzo), Mascagni, 10. Fantasia No. 3, Mozart, 11. Symphony No. 9, Schubert, 12. Piano Sonata No. 3, Brahms, 13. Bolero, Ravel, 14. "Moonlight Sonata", Beethoven, 15. The Moldau, Smetana, 16. Serenade, Schubert, 17. Romance in F Minor, Dvorak, 18. Violin Concerto, Mendelssohn, 19. Arabesque No. 1, Debussy

Emerald March (St. Patrick's Day) (10 Selections) – Available Now!

01. In Ireland, Sir Hamilton Harty, 02. Londonderry Air, Harty, 03. Symphony No. 3 "Irish," Sir Charles Villiers Stanford, 04. Nocturne No. 4 in A Major, John Field, 05. Piano Concerto No. 3, Field, 06. Symphony in E Major "Irish," Sir Arthur Sullivan, 07. Cello Concerto, Sullivan, 08. Symphony No. 1, Stanford, 09. Irish Rhapsody No. 1, Stanford, 10. Irish Suite, Leroy Anderson

April Sunshine (Spring) (9 Selections) – Available Now!

01. Where the Lemons Blossom, Strauss (title translations will vary), 02. Symphony No. 1 (Spring,) Schumann, 03. The Four Seasons (Spring,) Vivaldi, 04. Appalachian Spring, Copland, 05. Peer Gynt Suite No. 1 Op. 46, Grieg, 06. Violin Sonata No. 5 in F major, Beethoven, 07. Organ Concerto No. 13 in F major, Handel, 08. Dance of the Birds, Rimsky-Korsakov, 09. Reflections in the Water, Debussy

May Flowers (Flowers) (10 Selections) – Available Now!

01. Waltz of the Flowers, Tchaikovsky, 02. Amarilli Mia Bella, Caccini, 03. Daisies, Rachmaninoff, 04. Five Flower Songs, Britten, 05. Jardins Sous La Pluie, Debussy, 06. The Rose, The Lily, The Dove, The Sun, 07. Waltz of the Cornflowers and Poppies, Glazunov, 08. Heidenröslein, Schubert, 09. Roses from the South, Strauss, 10. The Tale of the Stone Flower, Prokofiev

Woodland June (Trees) (10 Selections) – Available Now!

01. 5 Pieces for Piano, Op. 75, Sibelius, 02. The Forest, Glazunov, 03. The Tale the Pine Trees Knew, Bax, 04. November Woods, Bax, 05. Forest Murmurs (Siegfried,) Wagner, 06. Woodland Sketches, Macdowell, 07. The Five Sacred Trees, Williams, 08. The Enchanted Forest, Geminiani, 09. Silent Woods, Dvorak, 10. A Morning in the Woods, Ornstein

Patriotic July (4th of July) (10 Selections) – Available Now!

01. Hail to the Chief, Sanderson, 02. Lincoln Portrait, Copland, 03. Presidential Polonaise, Sousa, 04. Maple Leaf Rag, Joplin, 05. Easter Monday on the White House Lawn, Sousa, 06. The Star-Spangled Banner, Smith, 07. The Stars and Stripes Forever, Sousa, 08. The Invincible Eagle March 09. President's March, Filmore, 10. America the Beautiful, Ward

More Classical Story Listening Sets:

The Nutcracker Fairy Tale Story

Classical Fairy Tale Stories

Fairy Tale Story 12-Month Growing Bundle

► We know you'll love helping students create meaningful connections to classical music, so we are happy to share these free listening activities with you today!

Help your students gain a greater understanding of The Nutcracker Suite with this set of listening sheets! The Nutcracker Classical Music Activity Packet provides 268 pages of different activities that will help build a classical music foundation for your students. Its goal is to increase knowledge of The Nutcracker Suite and comprehension of scenes and characters.

See What's Inside

Be sure to check out the preview file above for a closer look into what this activity pack includes. You'll find 17 pages of activity demos, descriptions, and teacher testimonials!

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of The Nutcracker Suite
• familiarity with the composer's works
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of classical music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within classical music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Music Featured in Each Pack:

Overture • The Christmas Tree • March • Gallop And Dance Of The Parents • The Presents Of Drosselmeyer • Grandfather Dance • Clara And The Nutcracker • Battle with the Mouse King • In The Christmas Tree • Waltz Of The Snowflakes • The Magic Castle On The Mountain Of Sweets • Clara And Prince Charming • Chocolate (Spanish Dance) • Coffee (Arabian Dance) • Tea (Chinese Dance) • Trepak (Russian Dance) • Dance Of The Reed Pipes • Polichinelle (The Clown) • Waltz Of The Flowers • Pas De Deux (3rd Movement contains "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy") • Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy • Grand Finale

Nutcracker Listening Activity Sheets (Located in Bonus File Section)

Music Rating Guides - full color/black & white

Listening Sheet - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more.

Weather & Feelings - Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a pleasant sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.

Nutcracker Listen and Color Activity Sheets (22 pages)

Pair art with music! Students color the characters while listening to featured music from The Nutcracker. There are four categories of keywords to circle/highlight that describe their listening experience. Blank lines are for writing in their own words. There are no wrong answers! Discuss and display for further engagement.

"This is a fabulous resource! The kids really enjoyed deciding how the music made them feel. It ties well with the curriculum and I will definitely be using it again!" - Stephen G.

The Nutcracker Checkbox Listening Sheets (24 pages)

Emoji Rating Guide (14 emojis to choose from, color and b&w)

Listening Sheets - there are no wrong answers! Students can use the checkboxes to note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more!

The Nutcracker Tracker (1 page)

Students can track their listening progress by coloring a box for each piece! Select a few or listen to all twenty-two!

The Nutcracker Jazz Suite by Duke Ellington (14 pages)

These Nutcracker-themed printable listening sheets offer creative music appreciation! Most performances online of the full suite range from twenty to thirty minutes. Students will recognize some of the most familiar pieces! Great for incorporating jazz into this seasonal favorite.

Nutcracker Fairytale Story (45 pages)

Nutcracker Story listening sheets combine music appreciation with a fairy tale theme! Students compose their wondrous tales by choosing the setting, characters, and familiar fairy tale objects inspired by the music. There’s also a drawing box for students to capture a scene from their imaginations. Discuss and display for further engagement!

"I don't feel like I do a very good job of teaching dance/music in our Arts Ed strands, so this was a handy resource as a way of guiding my teaching. I was surprised just how into the Nutcracker my students got!" - Nadine

The Nutcracker Story Writing Packet (30 pages)

These story sheets feature The Nutcracker! Compose a Nutcracker-themed story or use these activity pages for seasonal handwriting practice.

The Nutcracker Word Search (1 page)

No Prep! Word search activities offer many benefits for students. They can help students learn new vocabulary, improve spelling skills, and develop problem-solving abilities. These word search activities are great for reviewing musical concepts in a fun and challenging way! Word search activities also make engaging brain breaks and bell-ringers.

"My students enjoy doing something different in Music Class. This is the first time I used a word find. The students were engaged right away. I needed something to use after our Christmas performance. It was perfect and saved me a lot of time." - Bonnie

The Nutcracker Performance Journal (1 page)

No Prep! Do you need engaging activities to accompany "The Nutcracker?" Students can note their favorite elements from "The Nutcracker" with this scrapbook-style journal/coloring page! Includes favorite dance, scene, costume, moment, character, and music.

"Great to use with our Nutcracker unit. Thanks." - Deborah

The Nutcracker Music Note Matching Game/Center (24 pages)

Learning to read music can have many benefits for students. These colorful music note-matching cards and posters are easy to set up and fun to use! Note-matching games are a great activity for both individual and group learning. They are easy to set up and can be adapted to different skill levels, making them suitable for learners of all ages.

"This was a fun match-up game for my students! They had a fun time with this for a last day soft start!" - Jean

The Nutcracker Handwriting/Tracing Pack (20 pages)

Do you need fun & engaging handwriting activities for December? These tracing and handwriting practice sheets feature The Nutcracker! Each page has a number to trace and write, with a coloring practice at the bottom. Blank pages (with pictures) are also included for additional practice or story writing.

"Love these!" - Conrady Creations

The Nutcracker Scene List Performance Handouts (3 pages)

No Prep! Do you need a scene list to accompany "The Nutcracker?" Performances will vary, but this easy-to-use guide includes the scenes found in most productions! The scene list can be used to follow along, given as student handouts, or used as a planning page for your Nutcracker activities/units.

"My students enjoyed learning about the music from Nutcracker." - Leslie

The Nutcracker Bingo Game (38 pages)

Add this Bingo game to your Nutcracker unit or winter sub plans! Students will enjoy racing to find Clara, the Mouse King, Godfather Drosselmeyer, and more! There are also a few festive objects like cupcakes and ornaments. Great for printing on Astrobrights paper!

"My students LOVED playing Nutcracker BINGO. It was a great activity to use after we learned about the history of and read a version of The Nutcracker. They were extremely engaged, and it was a great review of characters and dances from the ballet/story." - Rebecca M.

The Nutcracker Posters (set of 12)

Bring the magic of The Nutcracker to life with these colorful Nutcracker-themed posters for your bulletin boards! Each poster showcases a beloved musical piece from this enchanting ballet, bringing the magic of the stage right into your classroom or homeschool.

From the dreamy Waltz of the Snowflakes to the exhilarating Chinese Dance, these visually stunning posters will transport you to the Land of Sweets. Perfect for music appreciation, dance classes, or simply adding a touch of holiday cheer, these posters are a must-have for any Nutcracker unit study!

Easel Activity

Pair an engaging digital listening board with these musical selections! Students use the highlight tool to choose keyword lists describing their listening experience. An answer box at the bottom allows students to write a brief description of their thoughts and feelings. Using the pen or any design tool provided, students can decorate a scene or upload an image to the frame! Each board features colorful clipart related to the music. As always, there are no wrong answers. Students can choose any combination of descriptors.

Are you searching for ways to boost student engagement and make learning more memorable this year? The Classical Journey Bundle offers 12 months of guided exploration through time, history, and the world of music appreciation! These low-prep activities are perfect for music teachers, but can easily be paired with social studies, science, and the arts!

Add an enriching soundscape to your history and literature units for next-level enrichment, and spark student discussions about different composers and their works. Invite students to explore social-emotional themes and connect with complex feelings openly.

You'll find hundreds of low-prep listening worksheets, featuring over 150 pieces of iconic classical music. Explore the Classical Journey Bundle chronologically or pull activities by composer or theme to accompany your lessons. All of the music can easily be found on YouTube or your favorite streaming service, and the accessibility of these activities makes them great for brain breaks, send-home packets, and even adding to your sub tubs or plans!

What are the benefits?

• Save precious time: Curated music selections eliminate your search struggle!
• Seamless integration: Enhance various lessons and unit studies with music appreciation.
• Emotional expression: Guide students through social-emotional themes with mindful listening.
• Low-prep, high engagement: Keep students captivated with fun and mindful activities.
• Music at your fingertips: Easily find pieces on YouTube or your preferred streaming music service.
• No musical expertise needed: Print and play – it's that easy!

Bundle Features

• Seamless 12-Month Integration: Low-prep activities for each month, including for use in your summer send-home packets, keep the music flowing year-round.
• Seasonal Exploration: Spring, Summer, Autumn/Fall, and Winter-themed pieces bring the joys of each season to life.
• Diverse Listening Experiences: Group or independent activities make learning adaptable and perfect for distance learning and in-person settings.
• Ready-to-Play Printables: Print and let the musical exploration begin – no prior musical knowledge is needed!
• Sub Tubs and Plans: Keep substitute plans engaging with these ready-to-use activities.
• Composer Crossroads: Introduce students to diverse composers, from established icons to exciting modern interpretations.

Classical Music Themes and Focus

There are five activity packs included for each month. This provides a variety of activities to explore each piece of selected music!

1. Fairy Tale Listening Pack
2. Space Tale Listening Pack
3. Emoji Checkboxes Listening Pack
4. Listen & Color Worksheet
5. Mindful Listening and Weather Listening Pack

Hello, January!

Get ready for a musical world tour in January's listening pack! We've got waltzes from Strauss and Schubert for twirling, a concerto by Haydn that'll make your trumpets shine, and a wintery symphony by Tchaikovsky to chase away the chills. We'll also explore the grandeur of Baroque with Bach and Corelli, and take a trip to a lively masquerade ball with Khachaturian's Masquerade Suite. Full Preview

Sweet February

February is for love, and this music pack brings all the feels! We've got dreamy pieces by Liszt, Debussy, and Rachmaninoff. Tchaikovsky's Romeo and Juliet explores the timeless whirlwind tale, while Mozart's Piano Concerto and Elgar's Salut d'Amour add a touch of elegance. You'll have easy grab-and-go activities for Valentine's Day all month long! Full Preview

Emerald March

Buckle up for a musical trip to the Emerald Isle this March! Listen to the tales of Ireland with pieces by Harty, Stanford, and Sullivan, and let the charming tunes of Leroy Anderson's Irish Suite whisk students away to a land of rolling green hills (and leprechauns!) These print-and-play activities are low prep and fun to use! Full Preview

April Sunshine

Spring is here with March's music pack! We celebrate the season with Vivaldi's blooming "Spring" and the playful birdsong of Rimsky-Korsakov's "Dance of the Birds." Breathe in the fresh air with Schumann's "Spring" symphony and Copland's wide-open spaces of "Appalachian Spring." We've got a touch of sunshine with Strauss and some Beethoven and Handel, too! So open the windows, let the sunshine in, and get ready to explore the sounds of spring! Full Preview

May Flowers

April showers bring May flowers and this fragrant musical activity pack is filled with all things floral! You'll find waltzes by Tchaikovsky and Glazunov, alongside blooming melodies by Rachmaninoff, Debussy, and Strauss. Serenade students with Caccini, and explore Britten's delightful "Five Flower Songs." Prokofiev's "Tale of the Stone Flower" adds a touch of whimsy, and Schubert's "Heidenröslein" (Wild Rose) reminds us that even the smallest flowers can be beautiful. Full Preview

Woodland June

This month we're hiking through towering pines with Sibelius and Glazunov; while exploring the secrets of Bax's forest tales. Wagner will guide students through the murmurs of the woods, while Macdowell paints a picture with his "Woodland Sketches." Introduce students to the ancient wisdom of the "Five Sacred Trees" with John Williams, and get lost in the enchanting melodies of Geminiani's forest! Full Preview

Patriotic July

It's the season for fireworks, cookouts, and all things patriotic! We've got Sousa's booming marches like "The Stars and Stripes Forever" and other traditional favorites like "The Star-Spangled Banner" and "America the Beautiful."

You can easily pair "Lincoln Portrait" and "Hail to the Chief" with your social studies or government lessons. There's even a touch of ragtime fun with iconic American composer Scott Joplin's "Maple Leaf Rag." You can easily stretch music appreciation beyond the 4th of July into the whole month! Full Preview

August Summer

Set sail on a musical journey this August with a low prep pack full of ocean and Earth-themed wonders! We'll soar through the sky with Vaughan Williams' "The Lark Ascending" and dive deep with Debussy's dreamy "Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun."

Vivaldi takes students on a tour of all four seasons, and Handel's "Water Music" conjures images of flowing fountains and sparkling lakes. We've also included Yiruma's "River Flows in You" and Chopin's "Raindrop Prelude." Perfect for winding down the summer and engaging students for the back-to-school season! Full Preview

September Days

Invite fall into your classroom or homeschool this September with a vibrant musical harvest! Celebrate the changing leaves with Copland's Americana in "Our Town" and Rautavaara's colorful "Autumn Gardens." Breathe in the crisp air with the introspective melodies of Beethoven's "String Quartet No. 15," then enjoy a brisk walk through Bax's mysterious "November Woods." Raff's

Symphony No. 10 will bring a touch of grandeur, while Sowerby's "Comes Autumn Time" paints a picture with sound. These engaging autumn-themed activities make wonderful brain breaks! Full Preview

Spooky October

We've got a spine-tingling selection of October listening activities perfect for Halloween chills and thrills! Explore Bach's iconic piece "Toccata and Fugue in D Minor" and the hauntingly beautiful "Lacrimosa" by Mozart. Liszt's "Totentanz" (Dance of Death) and "Mephisto Waltz" conjure up images of ghouls and goblins, and all things spooky!

Dive into the creepy crawlies of "Gnomus" and feel the enchanting magic of Saint-Saens' "Aquarium" and "Danse Macabre." Of course, no Halloween festivities would be complete without Grieg's "In the Hall of the Mountain King" and Dukas' "The Sorcerer's Apprentice." You'll find everything you need for Halloween-themed classical music appreciation! Full Preview

Calm November

The November pack was curated to wind down the year, explore feelings of gratitude, and calm the senses through fall-inspired music. Students begin a peaceful journey with Copland's "Appalachian Spring" and the gentle sounds of Curiale's "Awakening."

Let the warmth of Ives' "New England Holidays" and the tenderness of Copland's "The Tender Land Suite" fill your classroom with a sense of community. Find serenity in the quiet beauty of Copland's "Quiet City" and Alwyn's "Green Hills." You'll find your classroom or homeschool is a little extra cozy this Thanksgiving season with these print-and-play music appreciation activities! Full Preview

Festive December

Deck the halls with the swirling melodies of Tchaikovsky's "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy" and the playful ring of Leontovych's "Carol of the Bells!" Vivaldi's "Winter" from the Four Seasons will whisk students away to a snowy wonderland, while Prokofiev's "Troika" takes them on a thrilling sleigh ride.

Feel the grandeur of Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 1 in G Minor, then pirouette through the peaceful beauty of Debussy's "The Snow is Dancing" and "Footprints in the Snow." Let Chopin's "Winter Wind" blow through the classroom, then embark on a majestic journey with Strauss' "Alpine Symphony." We'll also explore Vivaldi's "Sinfonia" and Schubert's "Winterreise" for a touch of European charm. Full Preview

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Ready to unlock a treasure trove of classical music appreciation for your students? Please feel free to take a deep dive into all the preview images and files to see what each monthly theme offers! You can also reach out with any questions.

• Expand composer knowledge: Explore diverse backgrounds and musical styles.
• Seasonal connections: Identify seasonal and holiday influences within compositions.
• Deepen musical understanding: Build familiarity with iconic pieces and composers.
• Become music detectives: Recognize and engage with popular classical selections.
• Uncover the soundscape: Develop skills in identifying different instrument sounds.
• Emotional discovery: Explore feelings and moods evoked by the music.
• Creative expression: Encourage students to draw and choose colors inspired by the music.

Bonus Posters!

To help get you started on the Classical Journey, this bundle also includes a pack of 70 Composer Posters as a bonus file! These posters also work well as fact sheets and handouts or size them down in the print settings for flashcards. This calming rainbow theme is great for any time of the year and will coordinate well with your colorful classroom or homeschool! Simply download the posters from the "Bonus File" box.

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"There is so much great information in this product, I've only dug in a little bit! Looking forward to seeing what else is included as I go throughout the year. This is saving me so much time, thank you!" — Misty L.

"This is an amazing bundle! It includes pieces for listening that I never thought of using with my kiddos and they love the worksheets and coloring they get to do! Perfect for brain breaks, sub tubs, or when you just need a minute to let the kids work independently!" — Jessica H.

"There is so much great information in this product, I've only dug in a little bit! Looking forward to seeing what else is included as I go throughout the year. This is saving me so much time, thank you!" — MDL Music

"My students love the Nutcracker and these activities are a great, time-saving resource for my unit." - Erin E.

Do you need fun & engaging music activities? "The Nutcracker" and "Hello, December" Listening Sheets are now a bundle! Combine both of these sets for a cozy and festive winter classroom!

Bundle Benefits:

• Save time! The music selections are already curated for you
• Add music appreciation to various lessons and unit studies
• Students explore social-emotional themes through listening
• Low-prep engaging and mindful activities for students
• Easily find the music on YouTube or your favorite music services
• No musical training is required - just print and play!

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of The Nutcracker Suite and winter-themed music
• familiarity with the composer's works
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of classical music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within classical music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

What's Included:

• 1-page Resource Guide
• Listening Sheet Star Rating Guide (Students rate with snowflakes/ornaments!)
• Listening Sheets
• Weather and Emotions Listening Sheets

Musical Selections included with "The Nutcracker" (two pages per piece:)

1. Overture
2. The Christmas Tree
3. March
4. Gallop And Dance Of The Parents
5. Presents Of Drosselmeyer
6. Grandfather Dance
7. Clara And The Nutcracker
8. Battle with the Mouse King
9. In The Christmas Tree
10. Waltz Of The Snowflakes
11. The Magic Castle On The Mountain Of Sweets
12. Clara And Prince Charming
13. Chocolate (Spanish Dance)
14. Coffee (Arabian Dance)
15. Tea (Chinese Dance)
16. Trepak (Russian Dance)
17. Dance Of The Reed Pipes
18. Polichinelle (The Clown)
19. Waltz Of The Flowers
20. Pas De Deux (3rd Movement contains "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy")
21. Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy
22. Grand Finale

Musical Selections included with "Festive December" (two pages per piece:)

1. Carol of the Bells, Leontovych
2. Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy, Tchaikovsky
3. Four Seasons (Winter,) Vivaldi
4. Troika, Prokofiev
5. Symphony No. 1 in G Minor, Tchaikovsky
6. The Snow is Dancing, Debussy
7. Footprints in the Snow, Debussy
8. Piano Concerto No. 1, Rachmaninoff
9. Symphony No. 11, Raff
10. Peter and the Wolf, Prokofiev
11. Ice Dance, Elfman
12. Winter Wind, Chopin
13. Alpine Symphony, Strauss
14. Waltz of the Flowers, Tchaikovsky
15. Sinfonia, Vivaldi
16. Winterreise, Schubert
17. Chasse-Neige, Liszt
18. The Snow Maiden, Rimsky-Korsakov
19. String Quartet in F Major, Ravel
20. Etude Op. 25, No. 1, Chopin
21. Sinfonia Antarctic, Williams

"It is a great resource to add to my listening sessions. My students loved the pictures and the activities included." - Elizabeth O.

Just print & play! Do you need fun & engaging music activities for your composer units? This 12-item bundle features a composer for each birthday month, or pick & choose composers in any order. These activities and listening sheets are also great for sub plans!

Bundle Benefits:

• Save time! The music selections are already curated for you
• Add music appreciation to various lessons and unit studies
• Students explore social-emotional themes through listening
• Low-prep engaging and mindful activities for students
• Easily find the music on YouTube or your favorite music services
• No musical training is required - just print and play!

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of popular classical music composers
• familiarity with the composer's works
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of classical music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within classical music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (January)

1. Requiem
2. Symphony No. 40
3. The Magic Flute
4. The Marriage of Figaro
5. Clarinet Concerto
6. Piano Sonata No. 16
7. Violin Concerto No. 5
8. Piano Sonata No. 8

John Williams (February)

1. The Imperial March
2. Hedwig's Theme
3. Horn Concerto
4. Flight to Neverland
5. Journey to the Island
6. The Throne Room
7. Princess Leia's Theme
8. The Raiders March

Frédéric Chopin (March)

1. Ballade No. 2 in F Major
2. Fantaisie-Impromptu
3. Piano Sonata No. 2
4. Nocturne in E Flat Major, Op. 2, No. 2
5. Piano Sonata No. 3
6. Piano Concerto No. 1
7. Polonaise in A-Flat Major, Op. 53
8. Etude Op. 10, No. 12

Duke Ellington (April)

1. Take the 'A' Train
2. It Don't Mean a Thing
3. Mood Indigo
4. In a Sentimental Mood
5. Perdido
6. Rockin' in Rhythm
7. C-Jam Blues
8. Diminuendo and Crescendo in Blue

Johannes Brahms (May)

1. Wiegenlied
2. Hungarian Dance No. 5
3. Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68
4. Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77
5. Piano Concerto No. 1 in D Minor, Op. 15
6. Cello Sonata No. 1
7. Horn Trio
8. String Quintet No. 2

George Walker (June)

1. Sinfonia No. 4
2. Sonata for Violin and Piano No. 1
3. String Quartet No. 2
4. Piano Sonata No. 5
5. Concerto for Violin and Orchestra
6. Bleu for Unaccompanied Violin
7. Concerto for Piano and Orchestra
8. Pageant and Proclamation

Gustav Mahler (July)

1. Piano Quartet in A Minor
2. Symphony No. 1 in D Major
3. Symphony No. 2 in C Minor
4. Symphony No. 3 in D Minor
5. Symphony No. 4 in G Major
6. Symphony No. 5 in C-Sharp Minor
7. Symphony No. 6 in A Minor
8. Symphony No. 7 in E Minor

Claude Debussy (August)

1. Clair de Lune
2. La Mer (The Sea)
3. Suite Bergamasque
4. Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun
5. The Snow is Dancing
6. Serenade of the Doll
7. Petite Suite
8. String Quartet in G Minor, Op. 10

Clara Schumann (September)

1. Three Romances for Violin and Piano
2. Piano Trio
3. Impromptu in E Major
4. Lorelei
5. Piano Concerto No. 1
6. Piano Trio in G Minor, Op. 17
7. 3 Preludes and Fugues, Op. 16
8. Romanze in A Minor

Franz Liszt (October)

1. La Campanella
2. Hungarian Rhapsody No. 2
3. Piano Sonata in B Minor
4. Piano Concerto No. 2
5. Liebestraume No. 3
6. Hungarian Rhapsody No. 6
7. Hungaria
8. Orpheus

John Philip Sousa (November)

1. Semper Fidelis
2. The Stars and Stripes Forever
3. The Washington Post
4. The Liberty Bell
5. La Reine De La Mer Waltz
6. The Pride of the Wolverines
7. Belle of Chicago
8. The Invincible Eagle March

Ludwig Van Beethoven (December)

1. Symphony No. 9
2. Symphony No. 5
3. Bagatelle No. 25 ("Für Elise_")_
4. Piano Concerto No. 5
5. Violin Sonata No. 9
6. String Quartet No. 15
7. Piano Sonata No. 31
8. Symphony No. 1

Each Composer Pack Includes:

1-page Resource Guide - This guide will get you started quickly! Just print and play.

Listening Sheet Star Rating Guides - A reference sheet illustrates the five-star rating system included in most listening sheets. Each frame has a description, with one being "okay" and 5 stars as "Wow!"

Listening Sheets - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from the musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more. There is a space for drawing and several non-musical elements to consider, such as animals and nature.

Weather and Emotions Listening Sheets

Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.

2 Biography Pages - Fact sheet (1 or 2 facts are already provided, a box to paste/draw the composer's portrait, and a birthday box to color in and decorate cupcakes! A duplicate blank page is included for students to do their own research.

Composer Research Sheet - Students can use their favorite reference materials to compile a full page of facts about the composer's home country. Some of the research options include capital, continent, population, food, and more.

Composer Rating Activity - There are more options to profile the composer on the rating sheet, including which season and musical style they belong to. This can also be used as a listening sheet or as a bulletin board display.

Word Composer Activity - In the classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words and record their scores. Add a timer for an extra challenge.

8 Musical Selections (two pages per piece)

+ BONUS FILE

This bundle has you covered with engaging listening activities, but what about visual learning? Grab this pack of 70 Composer Fact Sheet Posters as a free bonus! These calming rainbow-themed posters can also work as handouts, or resize them in your print settings for colorful flashcards.