Members only The Story of Classical Music, Part I (Hardback book - members only)
From Gregorian chant of the Middle Ages to the royal court music of the early Baroque era, learn how the first composers began to layer melodies into complex musical structures and patterns that resembled the cathedrals of Europe and the richly woven tapestries of palaces. Narrated in a storytelling style that engages young and old ages alike, the Classical Encounters Music History Series brings the whole family together in encountering the masterpieces of the classical repertoire while learning the key contributions of each work, composer and era. In each chapter you will explore the relationship between composers and their worlds by connecting the dots between art, architecture, history and music. After breaking down key musical terms and techniques, each chapter concludes with a listening activity that draws attention to the special musical details within the score in order to encounter more deeply the masterpieces of the classical repertoire as living works of art. Corresponding playlists, listening activities and instructional videos provide a comprehensive, engaging approach so that all ages can deepen their understanding and appreciation of one of the world’s richest art forms.
From Gregorian chant of the Middle Ages to the royal court music of the early Baroque era, learn how the first composers began to layer melodies into complex musical structures and patterns that resembled the cathedrals of Europe and the richly woven tapestries of palaces. Narrated in a storytelling style that engages young and old ages alike, the Classical Encounters Music History Series brings the whole family together in encountering the masterpieces of the classical repertoire while learning the key contributions of each work, composer and era. In each chapter you will explore the relationship between composers and their worlds by connecting the dots between art, architecture, history and music. After breaking down key musical terms and techniques, each chapter concludes with a listening activity that draws attention to the special musical details within the score in order to encounter more deeply the masterpieces of the classical repertoire as living works of art. Corresponding playlists, listening activities and instructional videos provide a comprehensive, engaging approach so that all ages can deepen their understanding and appreciation of one of the world’s richest art forms.
From Gregorian chant of the Middle Ages to the royal court music of the early Baroque era, learn how the first composers began to layer melodies into complex musical structures and patterns that resembled the cathedrals of Europe and the richly woven tapestries of palaces. Narrated in a storytelling style that engages young and old ages alike, the Classical Encounters Music History Series brings the whole family together in encountering the masterpieces of the classical repertoire while learning the key contributions of each work, composer and era. In each chapter you will explore the relationship between composers and their worlds by connecting the dots between art, architecture, history and music. After breaking down key musical terms and techniques, each chapter concludes with a listening activity that draws attention to the special musical details within the score in order to encounter more deeply the masterpieces of the classical repertoire as living works of art. Corresponding playlists, listening activities and instructional videos provide a comprehensive, engaging approach so that all ages can deepen their understanding and appreciation of one of the world’s richest art forms.