Classical Music in Pictures

Grade: First

Duration: 36 weeks


This course continues the study of classical music in a pictorial way, combining music with famous works of art. Compositions inspired by art, poetry, and concrete places and things from Modest Mussorgsky, Gustav Holst, Frédéric Chopin, John Philip Sousa, Claude Debussy, and Edvard Grieg are featured this year. The ultimate aim is for children to enjoy classical music and to become familiar with master composers and their works. Lesson guides with directions, synopses, enrichment activities, and review questions accompany all 36 musical selections. All of the music is included on the website. Just click a button and enjoy!