Class Notes Video

Instrument Exploration: Recorder

Learn to identify the recorder by sound and sight in this free lesson plan for elementary school students.

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Music & Mindfulness: Reflect

Use this video of cello-only music for journaling, drawing, or reflecting after any of the mindfulness videos.

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Music & Mindfulness: Dream

Use imagination and creativity to promote happiness and calm.

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Music & Mindfulness: Slow Down

Use visualization to help slow down racing thoughts and calm the nervous systems.

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Music & Mindfulness: Focus

Acknowledge your scattered thoughts and use breathing and music to help focus, concentrate, and pay attention.

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Music & Mindfulness: Allow

Mindfulness means noticing without judgment. Practice noticing your feelings and thoughts without trying to change them or label them as good or bad.

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Music & Mindfulness: Release

Ignoring emotions or situations can have a negative impact. In this video, intentionally focus on a problem and let go of the attachment to that problem.

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Music & Mindfulness: Relax

Learn the basics of breathing for relaxation and practicing mindfulness in this beginner video.

Virtual Concert: Vocal Music

Four different vocal ensembles are featured in this Virtual Concert. Help students practice their role as the audience while listening to vocal music from a variety of cultures. The teacher plays Concert Host in this engaging Virtual Concert.

Virtual Concert: Instrument Families

Percussion, Strings, Woodwinds, Brass! These are the four families of instruments. Learn to identify which instrument belongs where in this Virtual Concert featuring a wide variety of Class Notes artists.

Instrument Exploration: Composers and the Pipe Organ (Part Three)

Compare and contrast four musical pieces written for this instrument!

Instrument Exploration: How the Pipe Organ Works (Part Two)

Learn more about how the pipe organ works- part two of a three-part series!

Instrument Exploration: Meet The Organ (Part One)

Meet four organists, or people who play the organ, in four different settings.

Virtual Concert: Heliopsis

Heliopsis is a musical duo featuring Mikey and Nyttu. Learn about the cello and some percussion instruments in this Class Notes Virtual Concert.

Virtual Concert: Border CrosSing

Border CrosSing is a Twin Cities-based chorale ensemble which makes music that welcomes everyone. Meet Ahmed Anzaldúa, Artistic Director and listen to this wonderful ensemble sing!

What is OPERA? (Part Two)

In part two of our opera lessons, Victoria uses opera to tell two stories: one about lunch, and one about special events. Students will be able to compose their own aria at the end of the lesson.

What is OPERA? (Part One)

Opera is for everyone - including kids! Our host Victoria explains what opera is, then introduces you to three opera singers. Perfect for elementary ages.

Virtual Concert: Afoutayi Dance, Music and Arts Company

Meet Djenane Saint Juste and other vibrant musicians of Afoutayi Dance, Music, and Arts Company as they introduce students to music and dance from the country of Haiti. Enjoy this interactive virtual concert perfect for elementary and middle school.

Virtual Concert: Kroehm Duo

Kroehm Duo is a duo, which means two players. “Kroehm” is a mash-up of the players’ last names – Jenny Klukken and Steve Roehm. Learn about mallet instruments and listen to original music by this Class Notes group!

Virtual Concerts: e(L)ement

Harp and flute duo e(L)ement is made up of Karen Baumgartner and Mallory McHenry. Learn about the harp and flute while listening to this dynamic duo!

What is TEMPO?

Fast or slow means tempo! In our Class Notes Tempo Video, we see lumberjacks moving to different speeds. End the lesson with a game of Tempo Olympics!

Music and Expression

Learn how composers use music to express themselves. Listen to Mozart's "Gran Partita" and hear how other students feel while listening.

What is ABA FORM?

Music is full of patterns. Learn about the ABA pattern in music and use it to create your own composition!

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