Less than $5 Homeschool Music Printables (by date, latest first)

Looking for a creative way to boost social-emotional learning (SEL) in your classroom or at home? This student mixtape activity is the perfect blend of fun and self-reflection!

Craft a Personalized Playlist:

• Pick your favorite songs - the ones that spark memories, lift your mood, or simply bring pure joy.
• Dive deeper! Explore the stories behind each song - when did it resonate most with you?
• What emotions does it evoke?

Unleash Your Inner Music Guru:

• Craft your unique soundtrack - a reflection of your personality and experiences.
• This activity isn't just about the music - it's about self-expression!

The Power of Music & SEL:

• This creative journey promotes social-emotional learning by:
  • Fostering self-expression
  • Encouraging reflection
  • Celebrating the emotional connection we have with music

Ready to embark on this adventure of self-discovery? Join us and create your very own SEL mixtape today!

☺ Earn TeachShare credits for future purchases by providing feedback for paid products. (Feedback on free products is also greatly appreciated!)

☺ Follow me to receive notifications when new products are posted. You will also receive occasional messages alerting you to sales, promotions, and other exciting news.

☺ Don’t quite see what you are looking for? Leave me a note in the “Ask a Question” tab. I would be happy to create a product to meet the needs of you and your students.

⭐Questions? Send me an email at

Inspiredbymlg@outlook.com

Do you need engaging brain breaks or bell ringers? These mindful listening activities are an easy way to include music appreciation in any classroom or homeschool.

Just print and cue the music! Students begin listening and interpreting what they hear and feel. The music is available on YouTube or your favorite streaming services. There are no wrong answers, and no musical training is required. (great for sub plans!) There are five differentiated listening sheets included for each piece of music.

Featured Music

1. Shiny Day, Tatiana Stankovych

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of popular composers
• familiarity with a variety of musical periods
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Differentiated Listening Sheets

• Mindful Listening - students draw a scene inspired by the music and select meaningful keywords that describe their listening experience
• Emotions & Weather - lots of emotions and weather to choose from and color
• Checkboxes - an easy-to-follow checklist page that features emojis, instruments, colors, and more
• Color A Carnival - which ride or activity best matches the music? Don't forget to choose a snack and a prize!
• Listen and Color - lots of drawing/journaling space with meaningful keywords to choose from

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

Just Print & Play! Do you need engaging classical music activities? This classical music activity pack features 6 listening activities to experience! The Star Rating and Emoji guides are included as a fun reference (color/b&w.) Also great for sub plans & sub tubs!

Featured Music:

• Tabuh-Tabuhan, Colin McPhee

Brain Break Activities:

1. Listening Sheet - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more.
2. Weather & Feelings - Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.
3. Listen & Color a Carnival - Students can color their own carnival while listening to the selected music! Which carnival rides and activities would best fit a piece of music? Does the tempo feel like a roller coaster or a peaceful swing ride in the sky? Choose a tasty treat from the snack bar, then stop at the prize booth before finishing. There are no wrong answers!
4. Emoji Checkbox Listening - This listening sheet style is all about checkboxes! Students note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more! Time, nature, settings, instruments, and colors are also listed. Students color in the emojis that best describe their listening experience in the emoji grid. The 'Inspiration Box' can be used for inspired drawing, journaling, notes, poetry, etc.
5. 1-5 Star Rating Guide in color
6. 1-5 Star Rating Guide in black & white
7. Emoji Rating Guide in color
8. Emoji Rating Guide in black & white
9. Word Composer - compose a list of new words using letters from the composer's name. Add a timer for an extra challenge!
10. Drawing/Writing Page - a freestyle approach to listening! Students can draw a scene inspired by the music selection or use the page as a writing space. Great for bulletin boards and displays!

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

Do you need engaging brain breaks or bell ringers? These mindful listening activities are an easy way to include music appreciation in any classroom or homeschool.

Just print and cue the music! Students begin listening and interpreting what they hear and feel. The music is available on YouTube or your favorite streaming services. There are no wrong answers, and no musical training is required. (great for sub plans!) There are five differentiated listening sheets included for each piece of music.

Featured Music

1. Spring Morning, Frederick Delius

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of popular composers
• familiarity with a variety of musical periods
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Differentiated Listening Sheets

• Mindful Listening - students draw a scene inspired by the music and select meaningful keywords that describe their listening experience
• Emotions & Weather - lots of emotions and weather to choose from and color
• Checkboxes - an easy-to-follow checklist page that features emojis, instruments, colors, and more
• Color A Carnival - which ride or activity best matches the music? Don't forget to choose a snack and a prize!
• Listen and Color - lots of drawing/journaling space with meaningful keywords to choose from

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

Introduce students to the music of Zoltán Kodály!

Composer Fact Sheet - From the composer's birthplace to the instruments they've studied, this one page reference sheet will make a great handout for your students.

Birthplace Guide - Add in some geographical research to discover more about where the composer was born! This page includes space for writing the capital, language, and even a popular food.

Listening Sheet - There are no wrong answers! Students can note how they feel and what they imagine while listening to a selected piece of music. Choose from the musical instruments, nature scenes, colors, and more.

Weather & Feelings - Weather is a recurring theme in classical music. Does a musical piece remind the listener of a snowy day or a cheerful sunny afternoon? Students can select the weather symbols that come to mind. Is the music happy or sad? A set of emotional characters allows your group to pick the feelings that best relate to a piece of music.

Printable Listening Sheet Sets Include:

01. Sonata for Solo Cello

02. Dances of Galanta

03. Te Deum

04. Hungarian Rondo

05. Dances of Marrosszek

06. Sonatina for Cello and Piano

07. String Quartet No. 1

► We know you'll love helping students create meaningful connections to classical music, so we are happy to share these free listening activities with you today!

Do you need engaging brain breaks or bell ringers for Easter? These mindful listening activities are an easy way to include music appreciation in any classroom or homeschool.

Just print and cue the music! Students begin listening and interpreting what they hear and feel. The music is available on YouTube or your favorite streaming services. There are no wrong answers, and no musical training is required. (great for sub plans!) There are five differentiated listening sheets included for each piece of music.

Featured Music

1. Sunday Symphony, William Grant Still

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of popular composers
• familiarity with a variety of musical periods
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Differentiated Listening Sheets

• Mindful Listening - students draw a scene inspired by the music and select meaningful keywords that describe their listening experience
• Emotions & Weather - lots of emotions and weather to choose from and color
• Checkboxes - an easy-to-follow checklist page that features emojis, instruments, colors, and more
• Color A Carnival - which ride or activity best matches the music? Don't forget to choose a snack and a prize!
• Listen and Color - lots of drawing/journaling space with meaningful keywords to choose from

Need more Easter Sacred Classical Music Activities?

Grand Mass, Amy Beach

Great is the Lord, Edward Elgar

Hymn of the Cherubim, Pyotr Tchaikovsky

Resurrexit, Hector Berlioz

Russian Easter Festival Overture, Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov

The Seven Last Words of Christ, Joseph Haydn

Easter Symphony no. 2, Gustav Mahler

Sunday Symphony, William Grant Still

Stabat Mater, Giovanni Pergolesi

St. John Passion, Johann Sebastian Bach

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

Do you need engaging brain breaks or bell ringers for Easter? These mindful listening activities are an easy way to include music appreciation in any classroom or homeschool.

Just print and cue the music! Students begin listening and interpreting what they hear and feel. The music is available on YouTube or your favorite streaming services. There are no wrong answers, and no musical training is required. (great for sub plans!) There are five differentiated listening sheets included for each piece of music.

Featured Music

1. Grand Mass, Amy Beach

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of popular composers
• familiarity with a variety of musical periods
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Differentiated Listening Sheets

• Mindful Listening - students draw a scene inspired by the music and select meaningful keywords that describe their listening experience
• Emotions & Weather - lots of emotions and weather to choose from and color
• Checkboxes - an easy-to-follow checklist page that features emojis, instruments, colors, and more
• Color A Carnival - which ride or activity best matches the music? Don't forget to choose a snack and a prize!
• Listen and Color - lots of drawing/journaling space with meaningful keywords to choose from

Need more Easter Sacred Classical Music Activities?

Grand Mass, Amy Beach

Great is the Lord, Edward Elgar

Hymn of the Cherubim, Pyotr Tchaikovsky

Resurrexit, Hector Berlioz

Russian Easter Festival Overture, Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov

The Seven Last Words of Christ, Joseph Haydn

Easter Symphony no. 2, Gustav Mahler

Sunday Symphony, William Grant Still

Stabat Mater, Giovanni Pergolesi

St. John Passion, Johann Sebastian Bach

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

When it comes to learning music terms and handwriting, tracing cards are a great way for students to get started. By tracing the word and learning definitions, students can begin to understand the concepts behind music theory and how to read and write musical notation.

There are a variety of different tracing cards available, each with different words and terms. By starting with these few simple terms, students can gradually build up their knowledge base and become more confident in their ability to read and write music.

In addition to being able to trace the words, students can also learn about the history and origins of musical terms. By understanding where these terms come from, they can better appreciate the importance of learning them.

Overall, tracing cards are a great way for students to learn music terms and handwriting. By taking the time to trace the words and learn their definitions, students can develop a strong foundation on which to build their future musical studies.

► We know you'll love helping students create meaningful connections to classical music, so we are happy to share these free listening activities with you today!

Do you need engaging brain breaks or bell ringers for Easter? These mindful listening activities are an easy way to include music appreciation in any classroom or homeschool.

Just print and cue the music! Students begin listening and interpreting what they hear and feel. The music is available on YouTube or your favorite streaming services. There are no wrong answers, and no musical training is required. (great for sub plans!) There are five differentiated listening sheets included for each piece of music.

Featured Music

1. Resurrexit, Hector Berlioz

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of popular composers
• familiarity with a variety of musical periods
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Differentiated Listening Sheets

• Mindful Listening - students draw a scene inspired by the music and select meaningful keywords that describe their listening experience
• Emotions & Weather - lots of emotions and weather to choose from and color
• Checkboxes - an easy-to-follow checklist page that features emojis, instruments, colors, and more
• Color A Carnival - which ride or activity best matches the music? Don't forget to choose a snack and a prize!
• Listen and Color - lots of drawing/journaling space with meaningful keywords to choose from

Need more Easter Sacred Classical Music Activities?

Grand Mass, Amy Beach

Great is the Lord, Edward Elgar

Hymn of the Cherubim, Pyotr Tchaikovsky

Resurrexit, Hector Berlioz

Russian Easter Festival Overture, Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov

The Seven Last Words of Christ, Joseph Haydn

Easter Symphony no. 2, Gustav Mahler

Sunday Symphony, William Grant Still

Stabat Mater, Giovanni Pergolesi

St. John Passion, Johann Sebastian Bach

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

Do you need engaging brain breaks or bell ringers for Easter? These mindful listening activities are an easy way to include music appreciation in any classroom or homeschool.

Just print and cue the music! Students begin listening and interpreting what they hear and feel. The music is available on YouTube or your favorite streaming services. There are no wrong answers, and no musical training is required. (great for sub plans!) There are five differentiated listening sheets included for each piece of music.

Featured Music

1. Stabat Mater, Giovanni Pergolesi

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of popular composers
• familiarity with a variety of musical periods
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Differentiated Listening Sheets

• Mindful Listening - students draw a scene inspired by the music and select meaningful keywords that describe their listening experience
• Emotions & Weather - lots of emotions and weather to choose from and color
• Checkboxes - an easy-to-follow checklist page that features emojis, instruments, colors, and more
• Color A Carnival - which ride or activity best matches the music? Don't forget to choose a snack and a prize!
• Listen and Color - lots of drawing/journaling space with meaningful keywords to choose from

Need more Easter Sacred Classical Music Activities?

Grand Mass, Amy Beach

Great is the Lord, Edward Elgar

Hymn of the Cherubim, Pyotr Tchaikovsky

Resurrexit, Hector Berlioz

Russian Easter Festival Overture, Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov

The Seven Last Words of Christ, Joseph Haydn

Easter Symphony no. 2, Gustav Mahler

Sunday Symphony, William Grant Still

Stabat Mater, Giovanni Pergolesi

St. John Passion, Johann Sebastian Bach

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

Do you need engaging brain breaks or bell ringers for Easter? These mindful listening activities are an easy way to include music appreciation in any classroom or homeschool.

Just print and cue the music! Students begin listening and interpreting what they hear and feel. The music is available on YouTube or your favorite streaming services. There are no wrong answers, and no musical training is required. (great for sub plans!) There are five differentiated listening sheets included for each piece of music.

Featured Music

1. Russian Easter Festival Overture, Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of popular composers
• familiarity with a variety of musical periods
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Differentiated Listening Sheets

• Mindful Listening - students draw a scene inspired by the music and select meaningful keywords that describe their listening experience
• Emotions & Weather - lots of emotions and weather to choose from and color
• Checkboxes - an easy-to-follow checklist page that features emojis, instruments, colors, and more
• Color A Carnival - which ride or activity best matches the music? Don't forget to choose a snack and a prize!
• Listen and Color - lots of drawing/journaling space with meaningful keywords to choose from

Need more Easter Sacred Classical Music Activities?

Grand Mass, Amy Beach

Great is the Lord, Edward Elgar

Hymn of the Cherubim, Pyotr Tchaikovsky

Resurrexit, Hector Berlioz

Russian Easter Festival Overture, Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov

The Seven Last Words of Christ, Joseph Haydn

Easter Symphony no. 2, Gustav Mahler

Sunday Symphony, William Grant Still

Stabat Mater, Giovanni Pergolesi

St. John Passion, Johann Sebastian Bach

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

Do you need engaging brain breaks or bell ringers for Easter? These mindful listening activities are an easy way to include music appreciation in any classroom or homeschool.

Just print and cue the music! Students begin listening and interpreting what they hear and feel. The music is available on YouTube or your favorite streaming services. There are no wrong answers, and no musical training is required. (great for sub plans!) There are five differentiated listening sheets included for each piece of music.

Featured Music

1. St. John Passion, Johann Sebastian Bach

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of popular composers
• familiarity with a variety of musical periods
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Differentiated Listening Sheets

• Mindful Listening - students draw a scene inspired by the music and select meaningful keywords that describe their listening experience
• Emotions & Weather - lots of emotions and weather to choose from and color
• Checkboxes - an easy-to-follow checklist page that features emojis, instruments, colors, and more
• Color A Carnival - which ride or activity best matches the music? Don't forget to choose a snack and a prize!
• Listen and Color - lots of drawing/journaling space with meaningful keywords to choose from

Need more Easter Sacred Classical Music Activities?

Grand Mass, Amy Beach

Great is the Lord, Edward Elgar

Hymn of the Cherubim, Pyotr Tchaikovsky

Resurrexit, Hector Berlioz

Russian Easter Festival Overture, Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov

The Seven Last Words of Christ, Joseph Haydn

Easter Symphony no. 2, Gustav Mahler

Sunday Symphony, William Grant Still

Stabat Mater, Giovanni Pergolesi

St. John Passion, Johann Sebastian Bach

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

Do you need engaging brain breaks or bell ringers for Easter? These mindful listening activities are an easy way to include music appreciation in any classroom or homeschool.

Just print and cue the music! Students begin listening and interpreting what they hear and feel. The music is available on YouTube or your favorite streaming services. There are no wrong answers, and no musical training is required. (great for sub plans!) There are five differentiated listening sheets included for each piece of music.

Featured Music

1. Seven Last Words of Christ, Joseph Haydn

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of popular composers
• familiarity with a variety of musical periods
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Differentiated Listening Sheets

• Mindful Listening - students draw a scene inspired by the music and select meaningful keywords that describe their listening experience
• Emotions & Weather - lots of emotions and weather to choose from and color
• Checkboxes - an easy-to-follow checklist page that features emojis, instruments, colors, and more
• Color A Carnival - which ride or activity best matches the music? Don't forget to choose a snack and a prize!
• Listen and Color - lots of drawing/journaling space with meaningful keywords to choose from

Need more Easter Sacred Classical Music Activities?

Grand Mass, Amy Beach

Great is the Lord, Edward Elgar

Hymn of the Cherubim, Pyotr Tchaikovsky

Resurrexit, Hector Berlioz

Russian Easter Festival Overture, Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov

The Seven Last Words of Christ, Joseph Haydn

Easter Symphony no. 2, Gustav Mahler

Sunday Symphony, William Grant Still

Stabat Mater, Giovanni Pergolesi

St. John Passion, Johann Sebastian Bach

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

Do you need engaging brain breaks or bell ringers for Easter? These mindful listening activities are an easy way to include music appreciation in any classroom or homeschool.

Just print and cue the music! Students begin listening and interpreting what they hear and feel. The music is available on YouTube or your favorite streaming services. There are no wrong answers, and no musical training is required. (great for sub plans!) There are five differentiated listening sheets included for each piece of music.

Featured Music

1. Symphony no. 2 "Resurrection," Gustav Mahler

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of popular composers
• familiarity with a variety of musical periods
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Differentiated Listening Sheets

• Mindful Listening - students draw a scene inspired by the music and select meaningful keywords that describe their listening experience
• Emotions & Weather - lots of emotions and weather to choose from and color
• Checkboxes - an easy-to-follow checklist page that features emojis, instruments, colors, and more
• Color A Carnival - which ride or activity best matches the music? Don't forget to choose a snack and a prize!
• Listen and Color - lots of drawing/journaling space with meaningful keywords to choose from

Need more Easter Sacred Classical Music Activities?

Grand Mass, Amy Beach

Great is the Lord, Edward Elgar

Hymn of the Cherubim, Pyotr Tchaikovsky

Resurrexit, Hector Berlioz

Russian Easter Festival Overture, Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov

The Seven Last Words of Christ, Joseph Haydn

Easter Symphony no. 2, Gustav Mahler

Sunday Symphony, William Grant Still

Stabat Mater, Giovanni Pergolesi

St. John Passion, Johann Sebastian Bach

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

Do you need engaging brain breaks or bell ringers? These mindful listening activities are an easy way to include music appreciation in any classroom or homeschool.

Just print and cue the music! Students begin listening and interpreting what they hear and feel. The music is available on YouTube or your favorite streaming services. There are no wrong answers, and no musical training is required. (great for sub plans!) There are five differentiated listening sheets included for each piece of music.

Featured Music

1. Daydreams, Arthur Sullivan

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of popular composers
• familiarity with a variety of musical periods
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Differentiated Listening Sheets

• Mindful Listening - students draw a scene inspired by the music and select meaningful keywords that describe their listening experience
• Emotions & Weather - lots of emotions and weather to choose from and color
• Checkboxes - an easy-to-follow checklist page that features emojis, instruments, colors, and more
• Color A Carnival - which ride or activity best matches the music? Don't forget to choose a snack and a prize!
• Listen and Color - lots of drawing/journaling space with meaningful keywords to choose from

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

Do you need engaging brain breaks or bell ringers? These mindful listening activities are an easy way to include music appreciation in any classroom or homeschool.

Just print and cue the music! Students begin listening and interpreting what they hear and feel. The music is available on YouTube or your favorite streaming services. There are no wrong answers, and no musical training is required. (great for sub plans!) There are five differentiated listening sheets included for each piece of music.

Featured Music

1. Sky with Four Suns, John Luther Adams

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of popular composers
• familiarity with a variety of musical periods
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Differentiated Listening Sheets

• Mindful Listening - students draw a scene inspired by the music and select meaningful keywords that describe their listening experience
• Emotions & Weather - lots of emotions and weather to choose from and color
• Checkboxes - an easy-to-follow checklist page that features emojis, instruments, colors, and more
• Color A Carnival - which ride or activity best matches the music? Don't forget to choose a snack and a prize!
• Listen and Color - lots of drawing/journaling space with meaningful keywords to choose from

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

Do you need engaging brain breaks or bell ringers for Easter? These mindful listening activities are an easy way to include music appreciation in any classroom or homeschool.

Just print and cue the music! Students begin listening and interpreting what they hear and feel. The music is available on YouTube or your favorite streaming services. There are no wrong answers, and no musical training is required. (great for sub plans!) There are five differentiated listening sheets included for each piece of music.

Featured Music

1. Great is the Lord, Edward Elgar

Learning Objectives

• increased knowledge of popular composers
• familiarity with a variety of musical periods
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

Differentiated Listening Sheets

• Mindful Listening - students draw a scene inspired by the music and select meaningful keywords that describe their listening experience
• Emotions & Weather - lots of emotions and weather to choose from and color
• Checkboxes - an easy-to-follow checklist page that features emojis, instruments, colors, and more
• Color A Carnival - which ride or activity best matches the music? Don't forget to choose a snack and a prize!
• Listen and Color - lots of drawing/journaling space with meaningful keywords to choose from

Need more Easter Sacred Classical Music Activities?

Grand Mass, Amy Beach

Great is the Lord, Edward Elgar

Hymn of the Cherubim, Pyotr Tchaikovsky

Resurrexit, Hector Berlioz

Russian Easter Festival Overture, Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov

The Seven Last Words of Christ, Joseph Haydn

Easter Symphony no. 2, Gustav Mahler

Sunday Symphony, William Grant Still

Stabat Mater, Giovanni Pergolesi

St. John Passion, Johann Sebastian Bach

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

With its emotional depth and grandeur, classical musicresonates with the human spirit in ways words often struggle to. As students listen to sacred classical music carefully chosen for their thematic connection to Christian concepts, they can forge deeper personal connections to their Bible-based beliefs.

The beauty and complexity of sacred classical music invite students to slow down, reflect on the lyrics and themes, and contemplate the deeper meaning of their faith. This introspective music appreciation can lead to new insights and a more nuanced understanding. Great for homeschoolers, Sunday school, and faith-based teaching applications!

Featured Sacred Music

1. Liturgy of St John Chrysostom, Pyotr Tchaikovsky
2. Mein Herze Schwwimmt Im Blut, Johann Sebastian Bach
3. All-Night Vigil, Sergei Rachmaninoff
4. La Resurrezione, George Handel
5. Great Mass in C Minor, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
6. Messa di Bologna, Gioachino Rossini
7. Geistliches Lied, Johannes Brahms
8. Sunday Symphony, William Grant Still
9. Great is the Lord, Sir Edward Elgar
10. Hear my Prayer, Felix Mendelssohn

Listening to music associated with creation, redemption, hope, or sacrifice can bring these stories to life in a powerful way, fostering a deeper understanding and emotional connection to Christianity.

Concepts and Themes

Performance Type - hymn, gospel, praise, chorus, choir, classical, opera, worship, modern

Draw a Scene Box - there is generous space for students to draw a scene inspired by the music, doodle, and be creative and expressive while listening to the selected music. There is also artwork to color!

Fruits of the Spirit - love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control

Emotions - reverent, inspired, uplifted, peaceful, thankful, happy, calm, sad, joyful, excited

Life - love, kindness, forgiveness, service, gratitude, honesty

Faith - scripture, prayer, hope, belief, truth, guidance

Style - majestic, serene, soaring, harmonious, melodic, orchestral

Instruments - drum, cymbals, organ, cello, trumpet, horn, viola, violin, harp, flute, oboe, lute, piano, bass

Reflection Writing Box - students can write their own keywords, further describe their listening experience, and journal any thoughts and feelings.

Journey through the "Fruits of the Spirit" and "Emotions," tracing their echoes in the music and finding parallels in their own lives. Be it the unwavering "love" in a choir's harmonization or the calming "peace" evoked by a serene solo flute, students connect the music to their Christian faith and inner world.

Sacred classical music allows students to reflect on the fundamental values of "Life" and "Faith," pondering how they manifest in the stories told through music and scripture. Throughout this musical experience, listeners explore the diverse voices of various instruments, from the soaring trumpet to the gentle harp. Each sound plays a role in the tapestry of music, just like each individual has a unique contribution.

Students use the "Reflection Writing Box" to capture their thoughts and feelings. There is plenty of space to write down keywords that resonated with them, describe their unique listening experiences, and journal any questions or insights that emerged. This is their space to process, connect, and express any concepts the music awakened.

Student Benefits

• increased knowledge of popular composers
• familiarity with a variety of musical periods
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

By incorporating sacred classical music activities, students explore more than just melodies and harmonies; but also a bridge to inner exploration, fostering empathy, reflection, and a deeper appreciation for the Christian faith. These listening activities are great tools for lifelong learning, self-awareness, and connection!

Need more Fruits of the Spirit music activities?

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #1

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #2

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #3

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #4

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #5

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #6

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

Classical music, with its emotional depth and grandeur, resonates with the human spirit in ways words often struggle to. As students listen to sacred classical music carefully chosen for their thematic connection to Christian concepts, they can forge deeper personal connections to their Bible-based beliefs.

The beauty and complexity of sacred classical music invite students to slow down, reflect on the lyrics and themes, and contemplate the deeper meaning of their faith. This introspective music appreciation can lead to new insights and a more nuanced understanding. Great for homeschoolers, Sunday school, and faith-based teaching applications!

Featured Sacred Music

1. Mass No. 2 in E Minor, Anton Bruckner
2. La Mort D'Adam, Jean-François Le Suer
3. Du Soltt Gott, Deinen Herren, Lieben, Johann Sebastian Bach
4. Ruht Wohl, Ihr Heiligen Gebeine, Johann Sebastian Bach
5. Zadok the Priest, George Handel
6. Stabat Mater, Giovanni Pergolesi
7. Christ on the Mount of Olives, Ludwig Van Beethoven
8. L'enfance du Christ, Hector Berlioz
9. Lo, Christ the Lord is Born, Elgar
10. Liturgy of St. John Chrysostom, Rachmaninoff

Listening to music associated with creation, redemption, hope, or sacrifice can bring these stories to life in a powerful way, fostering a deeper understanding and emotional connection to Christianity.

Concepts and Themes

Performance Type - hymn, gospel, praise, chorus, choir, classical, opera, worship, modern

Draw a Scene Box - there is generous space for students to draw a scene inspired by the music, doodle, and be creative and expressive while listening to the selected music. There is also artwork to color!

Fruits of the Spirit - love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control

Emotions - reverent, inspired, uplifted, peaceful, thankful, happy, calm, sad, joyful, excited

Life - love, kindness, forgiveness, service, gratitude, honesty

Faith - scripture, prayer, hope, belief, truth, guidance

Style - majestic, serene, soaring, harmonious, melodic, orchestral

Instruments - drum, cymbals, organ, cello, trumpet, horn, viola, violin, harp, flute, oboe, lute, piano, bass

Reflection Writing Box - students can write their own keywords, further describe their listening experience, and journal any thoughts and feelings.

Journey through the "Fruits of the Spirit" and "Emotions," tracing their echoes in the music and finding parallels in their own lives. Be it the unwavering "love" in a choir's harmonization or the calming "peace" evoked by a serene solo flute, students connect the music to their Christian faith and inner world.

Sacred classical music allows students to reflect on the fundamental values of "Life" and "Faith," pondering how they manifest in the stories told through music and scripture. Throughout this musical experience, listeners explore the diverse voices of various instruments, from the soaring trumpet to the gentle harp. Each sound plays a role in the tapestry of music, just like each individual has a unique contribution.

Students use the "Reflection Writing Box" to capture their thoughts and feelings. There is plenty of space to write down keywords that resonated with them, describe their unique listening experiences, and journal any questions or insights that emerged. This is their space to process, connect, and express any concepts the music awakened.

Student Benefits

• increased knowledge of popular composers
• familiarity with a variety of musical periods
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

By incorporating sacred classical music activities, students explore more than just melodies and harmonies; but also a bridge to inner exploration, fostering empathy, reflection, and a deeper appreciation for the Christian faith. These listening activities are great tools for lifelong learning, self-awareness, and connection!

Need more Fruits of the Spirit music activities?

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #1

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #2

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #3

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #4

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #5

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #6

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!

With its emotional depth and grandeur, classical musicresonates with the human spirit in ways words often struggle to. As students listen to sacred classical music carefully chosen for their thematic connection to Christian concepts, they can forge deeper personal connections to their Bible-based beliefs.

The beauty and complexity of sacred classical music prompts students to slow down, reflect on the lyrics and themes, and contemplate the deeper meaning of their faith. This introspective music appreciation can lead to new insights and a more nuanced understanding. Great for homeschoolers, Sunday school, and faith-based teaching applications!

Featured Sacred Music

1. La Légende de Joseph en Égypte, Etienne Méhul
2. Agnus Dei, Samuel Barber
3. A German Requiem, Johannes Brahms
4. Mass No. 3 in F Minor, Anton Bruckner
5. Messiah: Hallelujah Chorus, George Handel
6. Mass in C Major, Ludwig Van Beethoven
7. Mass No. 6 in E Flat Major, Franz Schubert
8. Stabat Mater, Antonín Dvořák
9. Solomon (Overture,) George Handel
10. Was Willst du Dich Betrüben, Johann Sebastian Bach

Listening to music associated with creation, redemption, hope, or sacrifice can bring these stories to life in a powerful way, fostering a deeper understanding and emotional connection to Christianity.

Concepts and Themes

Performance Type - hymn, gospel, praise, chorus, choir, classical, opera, worship, modern

Draw a Scene Box - there is generous space for students to draw a scene inspired by the music, doodle, and be creative and expressive while listening to the selected music. There is also artwork to color!

Fruits of the Spirit - love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control

Emotions - reverent, inspired, uplifted, peaceful, thankful, happy, calm, sad, joyful, excited

Life - love, kindness, forgiveness, service, gratitude, honesty

Faith - scripture, prayer, hope, belief, truth, guidance

Style - majestic, serene, soaring, harmonious, melodic, orchestral

Instruments - drum, cymbals, organ, cello, trumpet, horn, viola, violin, harp, flute, oboe, lute, piano, bass

Reflection Writing Box - students can write their own keywords, further describe their listening experience, and journal any thoughts and feelings.

Journey through the "Fruits of the Spirit" and "Emotions," tracing their echoes in the music and finding parallels in their own lives. Be it the unwavering "love" in a choir's harmonization or the calming "peace" evoked by a serene solo flute, students connect the music to their Christian faith and inner world.

Sacred classical music allows students to reflect on the fundamental values of "Life" and "Faith," pondering how they manifest in the stories told through music and scripture. Throughout this musical experience, listeners explore the diverse voices of various instruments, from the soaring trumpet to the gentle harp. Each sound plays a role in the tapestry of music, just like each individual has a unique contribution.

Students use the "Reflection Writing Box" to capture their thoughts and feelings. There is plenty of space to write down keywords that resonated with them, describe their unique listening experiences, and journal any questions or insights that emerged. This is their space to process, connect, and express any concepts the music awakened.

Student Benefits

• increased knowledge of popular composers
• familiarity with a variety of musical periods
• ability to recognize, and engage with, popular pieces of music
• identify different instrument sounds
• social-emotional exploration of feelings and moods within the music
• creative expression by drawing and choosing colors related to a musical theme

By incorporating sacred classical music activities, students explore more than just melodies and harmonies; but also a bridge to inner exploration, fostering empathy, reflection, and a deeper appreciation for the Christian faith. These listening activities are great tools for lifelong learning, self-awareness, and connection!

Need more Fruits of the Spirit music activities?

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #1

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #2

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #3

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #4

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #5

Fruits of the Spirit Music Activity Pack #6

Embark on a 12-month musical journey through time with the Classical Journey Bundle! ♬

Add a touch of mindful music to any season, holiday, or composer unit study. With over 150 categorized classical pieces, the Classical Journey Bundle offers an engaging printable for every occasion. Each month unlocks a curated selection of themed classical music pieces, perfectly paired with a holiday or season!