Lessons

Explore our portfolio of free K‑12 lesson plans and activites.

Categories

Instrument Exploration

20 Lessons

Each instrument lesson includes a high-quality video demonstration, an explanation of how sound is produced on the instrument, and suggests repertoire and activity ideas to further exploration.

Music Fundamentals

26 Lessons

Music Fundamentals lessons provide fresh ideas for teaching basic concepts such as staccato, legato, melody, harmony, voice types, ensemble skills, and more!

Cross-Curricular Connections

13 Lessons

Cross-Curricular lessons connect musical concepts with content from other subjects. These ready-to-go plans are great for sub plans, music teachers, or general education teacher!

Listening Lessons

15 Lessons

Each Listening Lesson features one piece or movement of music. The Class Notes team has created ready-to-go listening maps and suggested activities to accompany each piece.

Themed Lessons

24 Lessons

Based around a theme or holiday, each Themed Lesson offers suggested repertoire and activities for all ages. This pick-and-choose style allows teachers to customize lessons to fit their needs.

Lecciones en español

8 Lessons

A sample of our favorite music lessons in Spanish!

Hands-On Activities

8 Lessons

Experience music using easy-to-find, every day items or just your imagination! These interactive activities are great for at-home or classroom use!

Virtual Concerts bring the concert experience into the classroom! A series of curated videos with pre-written scripts make these lessons great for subs, lost-voice days, or a day when you want to reignite passion for music listening!

Music & Mindfulness

3 Lessons

Music is a great tool for self-regulation and understanding. Cultivate a sense of empathy and calm in your classroom with this set of lessons. More coming soon!