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All About Tempo

All About Tempo From the Activity Guide: Tempo and Rhythm – Let’s Jam! Tempo is the speed of music – how fast or slow the music is. Let’s learn about tempo. Tempo Video Babies through Middle School Listen as Conductor Dan talks about two common tempos in music – andante and allegro. Clap along with […]

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Musical Activities for Different Moods: Boredom

Musical Activities for When You’re Feeling Bored From the Activity Guide: Music & Activities for Different Moods Listen to some of our favorite musical boredom busters. The music is full of interesting moments and virtuosic playing. Activities for Boredom Boredom Jar Preschool and Older – Tired of hearing “Hey, I’m bored” from your kids? Take

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Musical Activities for Different Moods: Sad

Musical Activities for When You’re Feeling Sad From the Activity Guide: Music & Activities for Different Moods This orchestra music is nice to listen to if you’re feeling sad. Activities for When You’re Feeling Sad Listen and Breathe Dvorak’s Humoresque is a beautiful light and somewhat silly piece of orchestra music. It is the perfect

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Duets: Cooperation STEM Activity

Cooperation STEM Activity From the Activity Guide: Duets – Musical Teamwork for Two What is a Duet? A duet is a piece of music performed by two people. It doesn’t matter what instruments they’re playing (or voice part they’re singing) – the most important thing is that the music features exactly two people. Duets are

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Duets: Communication Activity

Communication Activity From the Activity Guide: Duets – Musical Teamwork for Two What is a Duet? A duet is a piece of music performed by two people. It doesn’t matter what instruments they’re playing (or voice part they’re singing) – the most important thing is that the music features exactly two people. Duets are like

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Music & Activities for Different Moods

Music is a great tool for emotional exploration and management. Check out music and activities for the moods below as you explore joy and navigate difficult emotions with your little ones. Check out some orchestra music that makes us happy. Check out some orchestra music that makes us happy. Happiness Activities We think one of

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Get Outside the Orchestra: Outdoor Music Games for Kids

There are dozens of musical games you can take outdoors with your kids. Most require little more than some space and a speaker. For more musical games, both online and offline, check out this post. Musical Hide and Seek Help your child improve their listening skills with this simple twist on hide and seek. If

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Outside the Orchestra: Performing Arts Games for Kids

Orchestra music is only part of the vast world of the performing arts. There are many fun and engaging activities your kids can do that are taken from the world of theater, dance, opera, and other art forms. Below are some of our favorite games that contribute to a well-rounded love for and connection to

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4 Outdoor Music Activities for Kids: Music and Water

We’ve put together some of our favorite activities to cool off, beat the heat, and enjoy some music in the process. We think you and your little ones will have a great time exploring these fun outdoor music activities. Water Balloon Hot Potato This is a super fun twist on the classic kids party game.

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Get Outside the Orchestra: 5 Music Activities for Camping with Kids

If you’re like many Coloradans, there’s a good chance your family will be spending some quality time this 4th of July weekend enjoying some s’mores around a campfire. Whether you’re venturing out for a weekend in the mountains or pitching a tent in your backyard at home, we’ve put together our top suggestions for making

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4 More Ideas for Summer Music Fun

Summer is winding down, the kids have been out of school for what seems like years, and you may be running out of things to do. Never fear: here’s a bunch of fun music-related activities you can do with your kids before sending them back off to their teachers. Make Some Tasty Treats What do

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