Music Activities

Just print & play! Do you need engaging classical music activities? This BIG Back to School Bundle includes 73 full resource packs!

Jump right into the composer studies or just rest a little easier knowing you have engaging worksheets for whenever you may need them. Instant music appreciation in your sub plans? Yes, please!

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

Save time! The music selections are already curated for you. This means that you don’t have to spend hours searching for the perfect pieces of music for your lessons. You can simply choose from the pre-selected music and get started right away!

Add music appreciation to various lessons and unit studies. Classical music can be used to enhance a wide variety of lessons and unit studies. For example, you could use it to teach history, literature, or even math. The music can help students to understand the time period, the culture, or the concepts that you are teaching.

Students explore social-emotional themes through listening. Classical music can help students to explore a variety of social-emotional themes, such as sadness, joy, anger, and peace. By listening to the music, students can learn to identify and understand these emotions. They can also learn how to express these emotions in a healthy way.

Low-prep engaging and mindful activities for students. The activities that are included in this product are low-prep and engaging. You can easily implement them in your classroom without spending a lot of time or effort! These mindful listening activities also help students to focus and to relax.

Easily find the music on YouTube or your favorite music services. The music included in these resources is available on YouTube and other popular music services. This means that you can easily access the music and play it for your students!

No musical training is required – just print and play! There are no prerequisites for these resources. Simply print out the activities and play the music! Your students will be able to enjoy the music and learn about classical music without any prior knowledge.

Composer Listening Packs (42 composers)

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 • Aaron Copland • Charles Ives

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)

+ 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 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!

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.

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Learning Objectives

• Memorization and understanding of each music note
• Improved memory and concentration
• Increased creative thinking and problem-solving
• Greater appreciation of music as an art form
• Comprehension of music notes and how they work together
• Increased knowledge of the musical structure and theory

What's Included

This activity pack includes 62 sets of posters and colorful note-matching cards. Great for centers! Simply print the cards and posters, cut out the note cards, and laminate them for durability. Students match the note with the correct letter card. This is a great activity for reinforcing note names.

Each set includes:

18 Grand Staff Puzzles

Treble Space Notes, Treble Line Notes, Bass Space Notes, and Bass Line Notes

5 Wall Posters / Music Center Sheets

Grand Staff, Treble Clef, Treble Notes, Bass Clef, and Bass Notes

New Year

Celebration, Balloons, Hats, Party Kids

Valentine's Day

Polka Dot Flowers, Colorful Hearts, Decorative Hearts, Party, Penguins, Leaves, Flowers, Flower Faces, Candy, Pigs, Cupcakes, Bugs

Spring

Spring Bunnies, Spring Chicks, Spring Frogs, Spring Sheep

Easter

Easter Bunny, Easter Eggs, Easter Garden, Easter Peeps

Summer

Gingham, Rainbows, Sea Animals, Popsicles, Bears, Flamingos, Jellyfish, Turtles

Autumn

Kids, Pumpkin Bears, Trees, Scarecrows, Leaves, Pumpkin Spice, Pumpkins, Colorful Trees, Calming Trees

Halloween

Candy Corn, Owls, Frankenstein, Gumball Friends, Halloween Friends, Candy, Blue Monsters, Halloween Night Kids, Spiders and Bats, Trolls, Jack-o-Lanterns

Winter

Snow Day, Snowballs, Ice Skating

Christmas

Gifts, Ornaments, Holiday Movie

Anytime

Pirates, Popcorn Party, Neon Letters

Teaching Notes and Ideas

"You are a lifesaver. This resource is everything I need to assess my students and play games with my students. The worksheets can be used in a variety of ways. Love It!" - Pamela

"This was a great resource to include in my new student binder. I loved giving them so many great visual aids to help as they learn new concepts." - Angela

"Fun, bright, sizeable flashcards that are great for small hands. Crisp, clean printing, nice big letters. I chose to turn them into two-sided flashcards. A few children struggled with the top and bottom black borders being part of the music staff. Purchased several sets for different times of the year!" - Joyce

"I love using flashcards, and these were a great way to engage my less-enthusiastic musicians!" - Pacific Primary

"Super fun and easy matching game for pitch recognition. I love this when working with small groups." - Haley's Choir Kingdom

"Great for centers" - Melody

"My students love being able to get up and move around during music time. This activity worked great in allowing the students to do just that." - Malinda

Unlock the wonders of classical music with this comprehensive 24-Composer Activity Bundle! Students explore a variety of musical periods in this activity pack, from Baroque and Renaissance to Romantic and Modern, and learn about some of the most iconic composers of all time - from Bach and Vivaldi to Beethoven and Mozart!

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

Each Resource Pack 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 - in this classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words and record their scores.

Baroque Composer Packs Included:

George Handel

Open the doors to a world of musical grandeur with George Frideric Handel! These engaging listening activities help students explore the beauty, complexity, and emotion of Handel's works. From his famous "Messiah" to the music of royal celebrations, students can learn all about the exquisite works of this iconic Baroque composer!

1. Messiah, HWV 56
2. Water Music
3. Music for the Royal Fireworks
4. Ode for the Birthday of Queen Anne
5. Alexander's Feast
6. The Harmonious Blacksmith
7. Concerti Grossi, Op. 6
8. Verdi Prati

Antonio Vivaldi

Take your students on a journey of discovery with Antonio Vivaldi's music! This listening activity pack explores the vibrant energy and complexity of Vivaldi's works. Through fun listening activities, biography pages, and even a word puzzle, students can fully engage with the genius of this Baroque composer!

1. Gloria
2. Magnificat
3. Mandolin Concerto in C Major
4. Concerto Alla Rustica
5. Lute Concerto in D Major
6. Concerto for Strings in G minor
7. La Senna Festeggiante
8. Piano, Gemo

Claudio Monteverdi

Immerse your students in the beauty and complexity of Monteverdi's compositions and inspire them with his timeless music! From his groundbreaking operas to his expert madrigals, this Renaissance composer's timeless works are filled with intricacy and emotion. Students engage with his music through these fun and engaging listening activities.

1. Damigella Tutta Bella
2. L'Arianna
3. Mass for 4 Voices
4. Lasciatemi Morire
5. Ecco Silvio, SV 97
6. E Questa Vita un Lampo
7. Zefiro Torna
8. Sestina

Henry Purcell

Experience the captivating music of Henry Purcell with your students! This comprehensive activity pack makes teaching Purcell's music simple and enjoyable. With these fun and engaging activities, you can explore the beauty and complexity of Purcell's works and inspire your students with his timeless music.

1. King Arthur
2. Come, Ye Sons of Art
3. Hail! Bright Cecilia
4. Abdelazer Suite
5. An Evening Hymn
6. Lost is my Quiet
7. Fantasia Upon One Note
8. Let Us Wander Not Unseen

Domenico Scarlatti

Take your students on a journey through the enchanting music of Domenico Scarlatti! This comprehensive activity pack will make teaching Scarlatti's music fun and engaging. With interactive listening activities, biography pages, and even a word puzzle, you can explore the genius of Scarlatti's works while inspiring a love of classical music.

1. Sonata in G Minor ("Cat Fugue")
2. Sonata in A Major, K. 208
3. Sonata in D Major, K. 140
4. Sonata in F Minor, K. 239
5. Sonata in D Major, K. 21
6. Sonata in C Minor, K. 48
7. Sonata No. 22 in A Major
8. Sonata in A Major, K. 500

Johann Pachelbel

Welcome to the magical world of Johann Pachelbel! From his famous Canon in D to his hauntingly beautiful fugues, Pachelbel's compositions have been admired and performed for centuries. This listening activity pack engages students with the elegance and timeless beauty of Johann Pachelbel's music.

1. Canon in D Major
2. Chaconne in F Minor
3. Chaconne in D Minor
4. Toccata in G Minor
5. Fugue in G Major
6. Fugue in E Minor
7. Toccata in F Major
8. Tröste uns Gott

Classical Composer Packs Included:

Ludwig Van Beethoven

Open the doors to new musical possibilities with Beethoven's compositions! This listening activity pack gives your students the tools to engage with Beethoven's brilliance. Experience the life and music of Ludwig Van Beethoven with these interactive listening activities, biography pages, and even a word puzzle!

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

Enhance your classroom or homeschool with the music of Joseph Haydn! This comprehensive composer pack makes teaching Haydn's music simple and enjoyable. With multiple types of listening activities included, this resource offers all you need to explore Haydn's music and inspire your students!

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

Get ready to bring the beauty of Mozart's music into your classroom or homeschool! Our comprehensive composer pack helps make teaching Mozart easier than ever. From engaging listening activities to specialized resources to space and fairy tales, this pack contains everything you need to engage with and appreciate Mozart's work!

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 Philipp Emmanuel Bach

Reveal the wonders of Carl Philipp Emmanuel Bach's well-loved music with this listening activity pack! Through listening activities, biography pages, and even a word puzzle, students can explore the complexity and emotion of Bach's classical-period works.

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

Johann Christian Bach

Immerse your classroom or homeschool in the captivating and often underrated works of the "London Bach!" Through these engaging listening activities, students discover the complexity and genius of Johann Christian Bach's most iconic compositions.

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

Take your students on a journey into the brilliant world of Antonio Salieri! This engaging resource pack explores the beauty and complexity of Salieri's most famous works. From listening activities to biography pages and even a word puzzle, these interactive worksheets will inspire a deeper classical music appreciation.

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)

Romantic Composer Packs Included:

Johannes Brahms

Open the doors to the captivating music of Johannes Brahms! From the iconic Hungarian Rhapsody to the soothing soundscape of Wigenlied, students explore the most iconic compositions of this Romantic-period composer. Immerse your classroom or homeschool in some of the world's most-loved classical music with these fun and engaging activities!

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

Discover the timeless music of Clara Schumann with this comprehensive composer pack! Through these engaging worksheets, students explore the beauty and complexity of Schumann's works - all while gaining a greater appreciation for classical music history!

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

Explore the musical depths of iconic Hungarian composer Franz Liszt! Fun listening activities, biography pages, and even a word puzzle engage students in classical music appreciation. From Hungarian Dance to Liebestraume, some of Liszt's most iconic compositions are featured!

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

Discover the enchanting musical world of Polish composer Frédéric Chopin! Students explore some of Chopin's most iconic works through engaging listening activities, biography pages, and even a word puzzle! Unlock the genius of this Romantic-period composer for your classroom or homeschool.

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

Immerse your students in the music of 20th-century French composer and expert of Impressionism, Claude Debussy! This pack of engaging listening activities brings the vibrant sounds of impressionist music to your classroom or homeschool. Your students will experience the beauty and complexity of Debussy's works while gaining a deeper appreciation of classical music history!

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

Learning about Gustav Mahler is an incredible opportunity for students to explore the beauty of music, the power of emotion, and the culture of the Austro-Bohemian Romantics. Bring the works of this influential composer to life through engaging listening activities and create a lasting impact on students!

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

Modern Composer Packs Included:

Duke Ellington

Introduce your students to the music of Duke Ellington, one of the most influential jazz composers of the 20th century! Through his innovative compositions, exciting performances, and lifelong dedication to music, Ellington has inspired generations of fans and continues to be a source of inspiration today. Bring his music to life in your classroom and help students gain an appreciation of his unique style and lasting legacy.

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

John Williams

Explore the music of John Williams, the legendary composer behind the world's most iconic film scores! With these engaging listening activities, biography pages, and even a word puzzle - you can bring the works of John Williams to life in your classroom or homeschool!

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

Amy Beach

Explore the wonderful world of Amy Beach's music and bring its beauty into your classroom or homeschool! Her iconic compositions encourage creative expression and a deeper appreciation for classical music. Unlock the power of Amy Beach's music and make music history memories with your students!

1. Romance for Violin and Piano, Op. 23
2. Gaelic Symphony in E Minor
3. 'Dreaming', Op. 15, No. 3
4. Piano Trio, Op. 150
5. String Quartet in One Movement, Op. 89
6. Violin Sonata in A Minor, Op. 34
7. Piano Concerto in C-Sharp Minor, Op. 45
8. Piano Quintet in in F-Sharp Minor, Op. 67

Florence Price

Explore the legacy of Florence Price's music in your classroom or homeschool! Throughout these engaging listening activities, students explore the complexity and influence of Price's iconic music. This legendary American composer will encourage a deeper appreciation of classical music history with your students.

1. Symphony No. 3 in C Minor
2. Piano Sonata in E Minor
3. Violin Concerto No. 2
4. Sonata in E Minor
5. Symphony No. 4 in D Minor
6. Violin Concerto No. 1
7. Symphony No. 1 in E Minor
8. Symphony No. 2 in G Minor

George Walker

Bring an innovative approach to your music classroom or homeschool with the contemporary works of George Walker! This comprehensive composer pack engages students in listening activities, biography pages, and even a word puzzle!

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

George Gershwin

Get ready for your students to experience the genius of one of the greatest composers of the 20th century! Fun listening activities, biography pages, and even a word puzzle engage students in classical music appreciation. From Rhapsody in Blue to An American in Paris, some of Gershwin's most iconic compositions are featured in this resource pack.

1. Rhapsody in Blue
2. An American in Paris
3. Someone to Watch Over Me
4. Concerto in F
5. Foggy Day
6. Cuban Overture
7. Walking the Dog

Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges

Explore the music of Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-George, a pioneering composer, violin virtuoso, and champion fencer! His remarkable life story is a testament to perseverance and resilience, and his musical legacy will inspire generations. Empower your students with the knowledge of this trailblazer's inspiring life and musical achievements.

1. Symphony in G Major, Op. 11
2. L' Amant Anonyme, Ouverture
3. Violin Concerto in G Major, Op. 2, No. 1
4. Symphony Concertante in B-Flat Major, Op. 6, No. 2
5. Adagio in F Minor
6. Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 3, No. 1
7. Concerto for Violin, Op. 7, No. 1
8. Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Major

+ 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.

Get all of my Cute Animal Products for your preschool, kindergarten, or first grade classroom here! This is the perfect way to sprinkle some fun into fine motor skill practice during your classroom centers or morning bell ringers.

✨WHAT IS INCLUDED?✨

• Affirmation Cards
• Alphabet Flashcards
• Alphabet Posters
• Alphabet Tracing Worksheets
• Clip Cards
• Number Posters
• Scavenger Hunt
• Word Wall
• Write the Room
• Writing Paper

MORE TO COME.

✨WHO IS IT FOR?✨

1. Preschool and kindergarten teachers looking to enhance early literacy skills.
2. Elementary educators seeking visually appealing resources for language arts lessons.
3. Homeschooling parents desiring interactive and stimulating learning materials.
4. Special education teachers fostering language development in diverse learners.
5. Speech therapists engaging students in multisensory alphabet activities.

✨Benefits✨

• Simplify lesson planning with visually striking resources. Effortlessly integrate these posters into literacy centers, bulletin boards, or as visual aids during instruction.
• Capture students' attention with captivating animal images that spark curiosity and facilitate letter recognition.

The diverse activities add to any learning environment, making learning fun and engaging.

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To purchase additional licenses select to Buy Licenses to share at checkout or visit your My Purchases page, select the item, and click Buy additional licenses. Did you know there are TeachShare School Accounts? Tell your administrator and ask if your school will purchase this for your classroom.

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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

Unlock a World of Learning

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.

Featured Feedback

"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

Get all of my Write The Room Activities for your preschool, kindergarten, or first grade classroom here! With these activities, students will learn vocabulary, improve reading skills, learn shape, letter, or number identification, and in some cases, math. Students also practice their handwriting. These activities can be played as a group or individually.

This is like a scavenger hunt and learning at the same time. Great way to add movement in your student's day. A fun and educational resource for your students!

Switch them out all year long to keep your students excited and learning!

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

• Apple Emotions - Back to School

• Christmas ornaments - shapes

• Kids in Halloween Costumes – image identification

• Halloween black cat – shapes

• candy corns – place value

• Halloween monsters - shapes

• Hanukkah

• Animals from various habitats

• MORE TO COME

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You're looking at it! An entire year (or MORE!) worth of Rhythm Basketball arrangements!

When bought all together here, you save over 40% of 48 arrangements of Rhythm Basketball from Movies to Holidays to TV shows to Pop Songs to Cartoons and MORE!

This is a #buyitforLIFE sale! One and done and they're all yours! :)

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.

This is a Growing Bundle of all the Bingo Cards that I create for my store during 2024.

Bingo Cards are the perfect game for classroom parties, there is almost always a need for them! I love creating them, so I put together several seasonal card sets already, but I add more often.

Sometimes it can be hard to find activities that are fun and engaging for your child. That’s why I create Bingo Cards. It’s an awesome way for your child to work on focusing while having fun at the same time.

If you're a room mom looking for a quick and easy game for a Classroom party, this is it!

Head to the Dollar Tree and get some cute prizes, and pick up some small candies to use as place holders.

WHAT IS INCLUDED?

• Each set has between 22 and 35 different Bingo Cards and calling cards
• Christmas
• Thanksgiving
• Halloween
• Alebrije Animal (Mexican Spirit Animals)
• Earth Day
• Astronaut Alphabet
• Lowercase Block
• Uppercase Block
• Patriotic
• Soccer
• Unicorn
• Lunchbox
• Band Kids
• Community Helpers
• Construction
• MORE ON THE WAY

WHO IS IT FOR?

• This is perfect for parents who want to have a silly bingo came to play for the classroom party they signed up to help with.
• This is also perfect for teachers who are looking for a cute game to play in the classroom.
• Daycare providers looking for a fun and practical game that you can play with multiple ages.

FEATURES

• A beautiful and interactive game for all seasons
• This offers a different approach to practicing focusing in a new environment.
• Each page is 8.5″ x 11″, but you can adjust this in your printer settings.

STAY CONNECTED!

Click here to follow me and be the first to be notified about my new discounts, freebies and new products!

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TERMS OF USE:

© Gilded Penguin Creations. By purchasing and/or downloading this electronic file, you agree to the following terms. For personal use/single classroom use only. No part of this document may be distributed, posted on the internet, copied, edited, or resold. ALL contents of this document are under copyright protection including all content, text, fonts, and graphics. Thank you for respecting my hard work as well as the had work of the artists whose work helped create this product.

To purchase additional licenses select to Buy Licenses to share at checkout or visit your My Purchases page, select the item, and click Buy additional licenses. Did you know there are TeachShare School Accounts? Tell your administrator and ask if your school will purchase this for your classroom.

How to get TeachShare credit to use on future purchases:

Please go to your My Purchases page (you may need to login). Beside each purchase you will see a Provide Feedback button. All you need to do is click it and you will be taken to a page where you can give a quick rating and leave a short comment for the product. Each time you give feedback, TeachShare gives you feedback credits that you use to lower the cost of your future purchases.

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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!

Lifetime Updates

You'll have everything you need for classical music appreciation with 372 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 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.

This is a Growing Bundle of all the 3x3 Bingo Cards I created for my store!

Bingo Cards are the perfect game for classroom parties, there is almost always a need for them! I love creating them, so I put together several seasonal card sets already, but I add more often.

Sometimes it can be hard to find activities that are fun and engaging for your child. That’s why I create Bingo Cards. It’s an awesome way for your child to work on focusing while having fun at the same time.

If you're a room mom looking for a quick and easy game for a Classroom party, this is it!

Head to the Dollar Tree and get some cute prizes, and pick up some small candies to use as place holders.

❤️WHAT IS INCLUDED

• Each set has between 22 and 35 different Bingo Cards and calling cards

•Arctic Animals

•Alebrije Animals

•Apple Emotions

•Band Kids

•Birds

•Chinese Zodiac

•Christmas Ornament Shapes

•Christmas Nativity

•Community Helpers

•Earth Day

•Fall Leaves Emotions

•Ladybug Shapes - Spring

•Monarch Butterfly Shapes - Spring

•Snail Shapes - Spring

•Tropical Animals

•Valentine's Day

•Valentine's Day Animals

MORE TO COME!!!!!

❤️WHO IS IT FOR?

• This is perfect for parents who want to have a silly bingo came to play for the classroom party they signed up to help with.
• This is also perfect for teachers who are looking for a cute game to play in the classroom.
• Daycare providers looking for a fun and practical game that you can play with multiple ages.

❤️FEATURES

• A beautiful and interactive game for all seasons
• This offers a different approach to practicing focusing in a new environment.
• Each page is 8.5″ x 11″, but you can adjust this in your printer settings.

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"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.

Do you want to save precious planning time? Start the new school year with a music appreciation toolbox! This power bundle includes four popular activity packs. Explore the solar system without leaving the classroom! Listen to an animal-themed carnival by Camille Saint-Saëns. Experience all four seasons and become familiar with Vivaldi's most popular suite. At the end of the year, wind down and settle in with the music of Tchaikovsky's world-renowned "The Nutcracker!" 

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of popular classical 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

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!

Students use musical context clues to understand the instruments, perceive differences, and identify social-emotional themes. The heart of these resources is the listening activities where student groups listen to the piece together and note their observations. These open-ended activities allow students to compare notes, ask questions, discuss different parts of the work, and improve their listening skills.

► The Planets by Gustav Holst Classical Music Listening Activities Packet

"My students LOVED being able to use this while listening to and learning about The Planets! They loved being able to draw their own scenes whilst listening!!" - Music with Maarika

Children are fascinated by the solar system, so it's no wonder that they enjoy classical music with a space theme! "The Planets" by Gustav Holst is a great place to start. This packet contains a set of listening activities to introduce children to the orchestration and harmony of Gustav Holst's "The Planets!"

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of planets, their characteristics, and the solar system
• 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: (five pages per piece)

The Planets • 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)

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 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.

Emoji Checkboxes - Students can use 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!

Color a Carnival - Which carnival rides and activities 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!

Listen and Color - There's plenty of space for drawing, coloring, or journaling! Students can decorate the box in their own music-inspired way while choosing creative keywords that best describe their listening experience.

► Carnival of the Animals Classical Music Listening Activity Packet with Easel

"Best Carnival of the Animals resource I've purchased." - Faith S.

The Carnival of the Animals Activity Packet introduces students to the music of Camille Saint-Saëns. With these listening activities, students will become familiar with each character in this work and develop a deeper appreciation for the music.

Students use musical context clues to understand the instruments, perceive differences, and identify shared characteristics across species. The heart of this resource is the listening activities where student groups listen to the piece together and note their observations. This resource allows students to compare notes, ask questions, discuss different parts of the work, and improve their listening skills.

There are fourteen movements based on animals, including elephants, birds, tortoises, and even lions! From the magical notes of "Aquarium" to the soothing strings of "The Swan," Saint-Saëns' "The Carnival of the Animals" is a wondrous musical journey.

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of The Carnival of the Animals
• compare/contrast which instruments represent animal sounds and behavior
• 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:

Introduction and Royal March of the Lion • Hens and Roosters • Wild Donkeys Swift Animals • Tortoises • The Elephant • Kangaroos • Aquarium • Characters with Long Ears • The Cuckoo in the Depths of the Woods • Aviary • Pianists • Fossils • The Swan • Finale

► Vivaldi Four Seasons Classical Music Listening Packet with Easel Activity

"This resource contains such a wide variety of listening reflection sheets!! My students loved using them as they listened, compared, and contrasted the various sections of Vivaldi's Four Seasons!" - Michelle B.

Introduce Vivaldi's "The Four Seasons" to your students! This activity pack now includes the original and new listening sheet formats. Choose your own Spring/Summer/Autumn/Winter adventure!

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of Italian composer Antonio Vivaldi
• observe seasonal/weather influences within a composition
• familiarity with the Baroque musical period
• familiarity with the composer's 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

Music Featured in Each Pack:

Spring • Summer • Autumn • Winter

► The Nutcracker Classical Music Listening Activity Packet with Easel Activity

"My students loved this resource as we learned about The Nutcracker. I used this resource as a review of what we had watched that day. I also used this as a time filler for my older students when they were done with their quizzes. It was great for all elementary grades! I recommend if you are teaching The Nutcracker and want something low prep and engaging." - Tawny H.

Do you need engaging music activities for December? "The Nutcracker" Listening Sheets will add festive cheer to your class party, homeschool meetups, or holiday family fun! There are 135 pages of four different activities included in this pack. 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

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

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!

• 10 Winter Holiday Narrative Essay Picture Prompts & Planner: Engage students in narrative writing with holiday-themed picture prompts and a structured planner to develop plot, character, and setting in alignment with creative writing standards.
• Christmas Hip Hop Lyrics Analysis: Teach figurative language, rhyme schemes, and tone through an engaging analysis of hip hop lyrics, blending music and ELA standards for Grades 6-8.
• St. Nick: Informational Text Structures: Explore main ideas, text structures, and author’s purpose with this winter-themed set of informational texts designed to strengthen critical reading skills.
• Unraveling Krampus: Text Structures and Critical Analysis: Develop students’ ability to identify text structures and analyze information critically with this high-interest resource focused on the Krampus folklore.
• Informational Text Structure Coloring Sort: Combine creativity and learning as students sort and color-code winter-themed informational texts to practice identifying text structures.
• Winter Wonders: Exploring Text Features Through Snow-Themed Articles: Strengthen comprehension and analysis skills by examining text features in engaging snow-themed articles, perfect for enhancing nonfiction literacy.
• Christmas Winter Holiday Characters from Around the World Research PBL: Dive into global holiday traditions with this project-based learning activity that encourages research, critical thinking, and presentation skills.
• Holiday Figurative Language & Movie Clip Standard-Based Learning Activities: Analyze figurative language through fun, holiday-themed movie clips that align with ELA figurative language standards for middle schoolers.
• Virtual Winter Sports Exploration: Engage students in a digital exploration of winter sports, focusing on informational text comprehension and analysis for Grades 4-6.
• Analyzing Narrative Point of View Winter-Themed: Develop higher-order thinking with winter-themed narrative texts that challenge students to analyze and compare points of view using Bloom’s Taxonomy.
• Winter Vacation PBL: Inspire creativity and practical application with this low-prep, project-based learning activity where stude

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!

In this Imagine Dragons Percussion MEGABundle, you will get great resources, a mix of bucket drumming arrangements, rhythm basketball, rhythm stick read-alongs, and body percussion at a 15% discount off of each one!

WHY IMAGINE DRAGONS?

• Great compositions, safe for ears, and engaging music for all grades (battle anthems for most of the boys as well -- surely a hit for them!)

Arrangements are designed from 4th grade all the way up to middle school, so these are typically designed for some of the older kids.

For notation:

• All regular notation is to be played on the buckets (or drums, or ground, however you wish),

• The X notation that is stacked with quarter notes are played as shots (think like a marching band snare drum -- playing the drum and stick simultaneously as a rimshot or on top of each other -- whatever will you get you the best accent!)

• The X notation (with a down stem) are played as stick clicks above their head (or you could apply it to a tambourine or other auxiliary instrument)

For the Rhythm Basketball:

• Your students will each have a basketball (can be regulation size or smaller) and bounce their ball on the ground each time they see an ornament icon. Each ornament icon is denoted as a quarter note. The rests are in between each ball for the students to hold the ball. Any smaller ornaments (grouped in two) will be played as 2 eighth note pairs and students will have to lower themselves a foot or two to dribble eighth notes on the floor

• There's also a "pat" icon with a hand below the ornament icon itself, so you will have the student hold the basketball in one hand and pat the ball on the beat

**THIS PRODUCT WILL BE CHANGING FROM A SINGLE DOWNLOADABLE PRODUCT, TO A BUNDLE INCLUDING THE CORE 7 LEVELS EFFECTIVE JULY 1st 2024**

You need your students to learn their Music Alphabet, and fast, and it needs to be interactive...and you need to integrate technology...whew, that's a lot! You've found a great product that rolls the Music Alphabet into a fun, fast-paced game! NoteStackers is a new game from ZS Music Publishing where students have to quickly think of how the alphabet moves back and forth.

Primer Level is the Music Alphabet.

Level 1 Is Bass F to Treble G (Middle C Position).

Level 2 is Middle C to Treble C.

Level 3 is Middle C to Bass C.

Level 4 is Treble C to High C.

Level 5 is Bass C to Low C.

Level 6 is Low C to High C.

Set up is simple: Just print, cut and play! There are 8 cards on a page, with two notes on each page. Each note has a card front and optional card back. Every level also as a different shape on the card incase you purchase and use multiple levels with your students. The card backs contain the level name in color, which you can print in black and white on white paper, or colored paper or card stock. For durability, you can laminate these cards as well. This product is reproducible, so you can make as many copies as you wish.

Playing the game is fun and easy! Players take turns putting down cards in order of the music alphabet. Cards that can be plated should have the same letter, one letter before, or one letter after the letter that’s on the play pile - essentially step down, same note, or step up. (For example, if the card in play is C, players can put down B, C, or D. If the card in play is A, players can put down G, A, or B.) After a player has put down a card, they should draw another, as each player should have five cards during the game. 

The game will end either when the draw pile as been depleted, or when the teacher decides time is up. If time is still going and the draw pile has depleted, players can use the play pile as the new draw pile.

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You need your students to learn their Music Alphabet, and fast, and it needs to be interactive...and you need to integrate technology...whew, that's a lot! You've found a great product that rolls the Music Alphabet into a printable, interactive, and digital product all in one! NoteStackers Digital Edition is a new game from ZS Music Publishing where students have to quickly think of how the alphabet moves back and forth.

Primer Level is the Music Alphabet.

Level 1 Is Bass F to Treble G (Middle C Position).

Level 2 is Middle C to Treble C.

Level 3 is Middle C to Bass C.

Level 4 is Treble C to High C.

Level 5 is Bass C to Low C.

Level 6 is Low C to High C.

Set up is simple: Just print and play! There are two types of pages in the PDF document: Ink-friendly with a white background, and full-color backgrounds for online lesson use. If you plan to print pages out, lamination is suggested for the longevity of the pages, or you can print multiple pages on a sheet for exit tickets, worksheets, and more! The full-color background pages are great for projecting on whiteboards, online lessons, and other digital uses! This product is reproducible, so you can make as many copies as you wish.

Playing the game is as simple as set up! Each page has a note in the middle, and students must think of the note that comes before and after the given note. Then, the correct note is written into the grey boxes on the left and right sides, along with the note name. You can play this in a private lesson setting, or as a whole class! Since this is a flashcard-type game, you can play this for as long as needed, say for a bell-ringer, or for those last five minutes of the class.

Bonus Gameplay: For a twist on the game, you can have students practice intervals and think of 3rds, 4ths, 5ths, etc instead of 2nds or steps as the game is set up for. This would be a great way for students to learn and practice the circle of 5ths and circle of 4ths.

Be on the lookout for the companion card-game, and future levels of NoteStackers, coming soon!

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.

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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.