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5 Notable Romantic Era American Composers to Study during High School

5 Notable Romantic Era American Composers to Study during High School

Today let’s have a 15-Minute Music Lesson about 5 Notable Romantic Era American Composers to Study during High School! The Romantic Era of music was during the 1800s. The American composers we’ll learn about today are Stephen Foster, Louis Moreau Gottschalk, Lowell Mason, Edward MacDowell, and Amy Beach. Read about each composer below and listen…

14 Resources for Learning the Instruments of the Orchestra

14 Resources for Learning the Instruments of the Orchestra

Do your kids know all about orchestral instruments? Do they know the four main families of instruments and what sets each apart? Can they identify each instrument by sight and by sound? If not, then you’ll love these great resources for learning the instruments of the orchestra! 14 Resources for Learning the Instruments of the…

The Charlotte Mason Inspired Way to Get a Homeschool High School Fine Arts Credit

The Charlotte Mason Inspired Way to Get a Homeschool High School Fine Arts Credit

Today we’ll be talking about the Charlotte Mason Inspired Way to Get a Homeschool High School Fine Arts Credit. I’ll be explaining what a fine arts credit is, why every student should get a fine arts credit regardless of what they’re planning to do after high school graduation, and how to do it the Charlotte…

“The Twelve Days of Christmas” Sing-Along with Fun Printable Pack

“The Twelve Days of Christmas” Sing-Along with Fun Printable Pack

Do you love the song “The Twelve Days of Christmas?” Then, you’ll enjoy today’s music lesson “The Twelve Days of Christmas” Sing-Along with Fun Printable Pack! First, learn all about the background of this popular Christmas song. Then, join my daughter and me in singing the song, download the lyric sheets so you can stay…

The Incredible Benefits of Including Bucket Drumming in your Homeschool

The Incredible Benefits of Including Bucket Drumming in your Homeschool

Rhythm is at the core of all music. No matter what the genre or instrument, rhythm is what gives the notes life and direction. Many students do not get the rhythmic foundation they need to develop into well-rounded musicians, in part because of affordability. Read on to learn about the incredible benefits of including bucket…

La Bohème Opera Lesson Plans to Prepare Your Students for the Performance

La Bohème Opera Lesson Plans to Prepare Your Students for the Performance

La Bohème Opera Lesson Plans to Prepare Your Students for the Performance Next week, I’m taking three of my kids to see one of the most beautiful, heart-wrenching operas of all time, Giacomo Puccini’s La Bohème. I dare you to listen to the beautiful music below and not get chills! Use the La Bohème Opera Lesson Plans below…