Classical Music Activities | Bach Family Bundle ✪
by Agee and Row Classical Music AppreciationJust print & play! Do you need engaging music activities for Johann Sebastian Bach? Explore his family tree with listening sheets, geography studies, and more! Three of his sons are also featured in this bundle. Students can follow the Bach family legacy through time!
Products Included:
Bach Composer Listening Activities
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:
- Toccata and Fugue in D Minor
- Fantasia and Fugue in G Minor
- Cantata No. 21
- Orchestral Suite No. 3 (Air)
- Concerto for Two Violins
- Partitia for Violin No. 2
- Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major
Johann Christian Bach
1-page Resource Guide - This guide will get you started quickly! Just print and play.
Listening Sheet Star Rating Guides - A reference sheet illustrates the five-star rating system included in most listening sheets. Each frame has a description, with one being "okay" and 5 stars as "Wow!"
Listening Sheets - 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. There is a space for drawing and several non-musical elements to consider, such as animals and nature.
Weather and Emotions Listening Sheets
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.
2 Biography Pages - Fact sheet (1 or 2 facts are already provided, a box to paste/draw the composer's portrait, and a birthday box to color in and decorate cupcakes! A duplicate blank page is included for students to do their own research.
Composer Research Sheet - Students can use their favorite reference materials to compile a full page of facts about the composer's home country. Some of the research options include capital, continent, population, food, and more.
Composer Rating Activity - There are more options to profile the composer on the rating sheet, including which season and musical style they belong to. This can also be used as a listening sheet or as a bulletin board display.
Word Composer Activity - The classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words and record their scores. Add a timer for an extra challenge.
Musical Selections (two pages per piece)
- Harpsichord Concerto in D Major, Op. 1 No. 6
- Cello Concerto in C Minor
- Sonata for Flute and Piano in D Major
- Harpsichord in F Minor
- Bassoon Concerto in B Flat Major
- Symphony in C Major, Op. 3 No. 2
- Sonata for Keyboard in D Major, Op. 5 No. 2
Johann Sebastian Bach
Composer Fact Sheet: Each composer fact sheet in this series includes fun, basic information – full name, birthplace, birth date and more. One of the composer’s most popular compositions is also included. The fact sheet also lists one or more of the composer’s known associates.
Birthplace Fact Sheet: Introduce the composer’s birthplace with a very light research paper. Use your favorite geographical resource to find the country’s capital city, size, language, and traditional foods. The historical name of some territories may have changed, but the most modern country is used for easy reference.
Birthday Coloring Page: A fun coloring page repeats the composer’s birthday, and invites the artist to color in a special cupcake to celebrate the occasion.
Birth Month Vocabulary This small list of six vocabulary words will contain terms related to the composer’s birthday season. Ranging from Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter – to rain, flowers, snow, and everything in between.
Composer Vocabulary Another six-word vocabulary list that typically includes the composer’s name, birthplace, instrument, or other related terms. Space is provided to trace each term and the included handwriting paper can be used for additional practice.
Numbers & Letter Tracing The numbers and letter tracing sheet offers additional handwriting practice.
Handwriting & Story Pages Two types of blank paper are included, either for continued practice of vocabulary words or for story writing.
Listening Activity Sheets (4) Listening sheets include the title of a popular piece, the composer, a black & white composer to color in, and a space for drawing any scene that may come to mind when listening. There are also additional options to identify the mood of a piece and indicate which instruments are playing.
Listening Sheets Included:
- Toccata and Fugue in D Minor
- Fantasia and Fugue in G Minor
- Cantata No. 21
- Orchestral Suite No. 3 "Air"
Wilhelm Friedemann Bach
1-page Resource Guide - This guide will get you started quickly! Just print and play.
Listening Sheet Star Rating Guides - A reference sheet illustrates the five-star rating system included in most listening sheets. Each frame has a description, with one being "okay" and 5 stars as "Wow!"
Listening Sheets - 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. There is a space for drawing and several non-musical elements to consider, such as animals and nature.
Weather and Emotions Listening Sheets
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.
2 Biography Pages - Fact sheet (1 or 2 facts are already provided, a box to paste/draw the composer's portrait, and a birthday box to color in and decorate cupcakes! A duplicate blank page is included for students to do their own research.
Composer Research Sheet - Students can use their favorite reference materials to compile a full page of facts about the composer's home country. Some of the research options include capital, continent, population, food, and more.
Composer Rating Activity - There are more options to profile the composer on the rating sheet, including which season and musical style they belong to. This can also be used as a listening sheet or as a bulletin board display.
Word Composer Activity - The classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words and record their scores. Add a timer for an extra challenge.
Musical Selections (two pages per piece)
- Sinfonia in D Minor, F. 65
- Keyboard Sonata in A Major, F. 8
- Concerto for 2 Harpsichords, F. 46
- Harpsichord Concerto in F Major
- Duet for 2 Violas in G Major, No. 2, F. 61
- Adagio and Fugue, F. 65
- Flute Sonata in E Minor
- Fantasia in E Minor, FK. 21
Johann Sebastian Bach Birthday Fun Pack!
Celebrate the birthday and achievements of Johann Sebastian Bach! This composer fun pack is full of vocabulary, coloring, listening sheets and more. Designed for Pre-K and Kindergarten + adaptable for older students as well!
What’s Inside:
Composer Fact Sheet
Birthplace Fact Sheet
Birthday Coloring Sheet
Birthday Season Vocabulary
Composer Vocabulary
Story Tiles
Compose a Story
Birthday Planner - More or Less Activities (4 pages)
Find the Difference
Compose a Pattern (2 pages)
Listening Sheets:
Toccata and Fugue in D Minor
Cantata No. 21
Orchestral Suite No. 3 (Air)
Magnificat
Italian Concerto
Bourree in E Minor
Fugue in G Minor
The Partita in D Minor
Mass in B Minor
Carl P.E. Bach
1-page Resource Guide - This guide will get you started quickly! Just print and play.
Listening Sheet Star Rating Guides - A reference sheet illustrates the five-star rating system included in most listening sheets. Each frame has a description, with one being "okay" and 5 stars as "Wow!"
Listening Sheets - 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. There is a space for drawing and several non-musical elements to consider, such as animals and nature.
Weather and Emotions Listening Sheets
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.
2 Biography Pages - Fact sheet (1 or 2 facts are already provided, a box to paste/draw the composer's portrait, and a birthday box to color in and decorate cupcakes! A duplicate blank page is included for students to do their own research.
Composer Research Sheet - Students can use their favorite reference materials to compile a full page of facts about the composer's home country. Some of the research options include capital, continent, population, food, and more.
Composer Rating Activity - There are more options to profile the composer on the rating sheet, including which season and musical style they belong to. This can also be used as a listening sheet or as a bulletin board display.
Word Composer Activity - The classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words and record their scores. Add a timer for an extra challenge.
Musical Selections (two pages per piece)
- Cello Concerto in A Minor, WQ. 170
- Keyboard Concerto in D Minor, WQ. 23
- Flute Concerto in D Minor, WQ. 22
- Keyboard Sonata in A Major, WQ. 55
- Symphony in E Minor, WQ. 178
- Symphony in E-Flat Major, WQ. 179
Johann Christian Bach Composer Study | Classical Music Activities
By Agee and Row Classical Music Appreciation
Immerse your classroom or homeschool in the captivating and often underrated works of the "London Bach!" Through these engaging listening activities, students discover the complexity and genius of Johann Christian Bach's most iconic compositions.
What's Included:
1-page Resource Guide - This guide will get you started quickly! Just print and play.
Listening Sheet Star Rating Guides - A reference sheet illustrates the five-star rating system included in most listening sheets. Each frame has a description, with one being "okay" and 5 stars as "Wow!"
Listening Sheets - 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. There is a space for drawing and several non-musical elements to consider, such as animals and nature.
Weather and Emotions Listening Sheets
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.
2 Biography Pages - Fact sheet (1 or 2 facts are already provided, a box to paste/draw the composer's portrait, and a birthday box to color in and decorate cupcakes! A duplicate blank page is included for students to do their own research.
Composer Research Sheet - Students can use their favorite reference materials to compile a full page of facts about the composer's home country. Some of the research options include capital, continent, population, food, and more.
Composer Rating Activity - There are more options to profile the composer on the rating sheet, including which season and musical style they belong to. This can also be used as a listening sheet or as a bulletin board display.
Word Composer Activity - The classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words and record their scores. Add a timer for an extra challenge.
Musical Selections (two pages per piece)
- Harpsichord Concerto in D Major, Op. 1 No. 6
- Cello Concerto in C Minor
- Sonata for Flute and Piano in D Major
- Harpsichord in F Minor
- Bassoon Concerto in B Flat Major
- Symphony in C Major, Op. 3 No. 2
- Sonata for Keyboard in D Major, Op. 5 No. 2
- Sinfonia in E-Flat Major, Op. 6 No. 3
Carl PE Bach Composer Study | Classical Music Activities
By Agee and Row Classical Music Appreciation
Reveal the wonders of Carl Philipp Emmanuel Bach's well-loved music with this listening activity pack! Through listening activities, biography pages, and even a word puzzle, students can explore the complexity and emotion of Bach's classical-period works.
What's Included:
1-page Resource Guide - This guide will get you started quickly! Just print and play.
Listening Sheet Star Rating Guides - A reference sheet illustrates the five-star rating system included in most listening sheets. Each frame has a description, with one being "okay" and 5 stars as "Wow!"
Listening Sheets - 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. There is a space for drawing and several non-musical elements to consider, such as animals and nature.
Weather and Emotions Listening Sheets
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.
2 Biography Pages - Fact sheet (1 or 2 facts are already provided, a box to paste/draw the composer's portrait, and a birthday box to color in and decorate cupcakes! A duplicate blank page is included for students to do their own research.
Composer Research Sheet - Students can use their favorite reference materials to compile a full page of facts about the composer's home country. Some of the research options include capital, continent, population, food, and more.
Composer Rating Activity - There are more options to profile the composer on the rating sheet, including which season and musical style they belong to. This can also be used as a listening sheet or as a bulletin board display.
Word Composer Activity - The classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words and record their scores. Add a timer for an extra challenge.
Musical Selections (two pages per piece)
- Cello Concerto in A Minor, WQ. 170
- Keyboard Concerto in D Minor, WQ. 23
- Flute Concerto in D Minor, WQ. 22
- Keyboard Sonata in A Major, WQ. 55
- Symphony in E Minor, WQ. 178
- Symphony in E-Flat Major, WQ. 179
- Harpsichord Concerto in C Minor, WQ. 31
- Piano Concerto in F Major, WQ. 33
Wilhelm Friedemann Bach Composer Study | Classical Music Activities
By Agee and Row Classical Music Appreciation
Just print & play! Do you need engaging Wilhelm Friedemann Bach activities or music sub plans? Each page offers creative ways for students to learn more about the classical compositions of Wilhelm Friedemann Bach - one of Johann Sebastian Bach's musical children!
What's Included:
1-page Resource Guide - This guide will get you started quickly! Just print and play.
Listening Sheet Star Rating Guides - A reference sheet illustrates the five-star rating system included in most listening sheets. Each frame has a description, with one being "okay" and 5 stars as "Wow!"
Listening Sheets - 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. There is a space for drawing and several non-musical elements to consider, such as animals and nature.
Weather and Emotions Listening Sheets
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.
2 Biography Pages - Fact sheet (1 or 2 facts are already provided, a box to paste/draw the composer's portrait, and a birthday box to color in and decorate cupcakes! A duplicate blank page is included for students to do their own research.
Composer Research Sheet - Students can use their favorite reference materials to compile a full page of facts about the composer's home country. Some of the research options include capital, continent, population, food, and more.
Composer Rating Activity - There are more options to profile the composer on the rating sheet, including which season and musical style they belong to. This can also be used as a listening sheet or as a bulletin board display.
Word Composer Activity - The classic letter puzzle, students can use all the letters from the composer's full name to create new, shorter words and record their scores. Add a timer for an extra challenge.
Musical Selections (two pages per piece)
- Sinfonia in D Minor, F. 65
- Keyboard Sonata in A Major, F. 8
- Concerto for 2 Harpsichords, F. 46
- Harpsichord Concerto in F Major
- Duet for 2 Violas in G Major, No. 2, F. 61
- Adagio and Fugue, F. 65
- Flute Sonata in E Minor
- Fantasia in E Minor, FK. 21
A Legacy in Harmony: Exploring the Classical Music of Johann Sebastian Bach
By Agee and Row Classical Music Appreciation
"Lots of different choices for listening activities. The kids loved it. I especially love the different options to describe the music (colors, weather, etc)" - Colleen G.
♫ "Study Bach. There you will find everything." - Johannes Brahms ♫
Learning Objectives
- increased knowledge of German composer Johann Sebastian Bach
- familiarity with the composer's works
- 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
Resource Contents:
- 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:
- Toccata and Fugue in D Minor
- Fantasia and Fugue in G Minor
- Cantata No. 21
- Orchestral Suite No. 3 (Air)
- Concerto for Two Violins
- Partita for Violin No. 2
- Cello Suite No. 1 in G Major
Brain Breaks! Just Print & Play! Do you need fun and engaging brain breaks? 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!
Brain Break Activities:
- 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.
- 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!
- 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 the 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.
- 1-5 Star Rating Guide in color
- 1-5 Star Rating Guide in black & white
- Emoji Rating Guide in color
- Emoji Rating Guide in black & white
- Word Composer - compose a list of new words using letters from the composer's name. Add a timer for an extra challenge!
- 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!
Featured Music:
- 'Little' Fugue in G Minor, Johann S. Bach
- Brandenburg Concerto No. 4, Johann Sebastian Bach
- Oboe Concerto in D Minor (second movement,) Alessandro Marcello
- Adagio, BWV 974, Johann S. Bach
"Adagio, BWV 974" is originally attributed to Italian composer Alessandro Marcello and was later arranged by Johann Sebastian Bach for the keyboard. Both pieces are widely available on YouTube, from the oboe to violin and of course, the piano.
Include Bach in a variety of unit studies with the "Brandenburg Concertos!" This collection of six pieces was presented to Christian Ludwig, Margrave of Brandenburg-Schwedt in 1721.
- Brandenburg Concerto No. 1 in F Major
- Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F Major
- Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 in G Major
- Brandenburg Concerto No. 4 in G Major
- Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 in D Major
- Brandenburg Concerto No. 6 in B-Flat Major
Birthday Activity Pack! Celebrate the birthday and achievements of Johann Sebastian Bach! This composer fun pack is full of vocabulary, coloring, listening sheets, and more. Designed for Pre-K and Kindergarten + adaptable for older students as well!
- Composer Fact Sheet
- Birthplace Fact Sheet
- Birthday Coloring Sheet
- Birthday Season Vocabulary
- Composer Vocabulary
- Story Tiles
- Compose a Story
- Birthday Planner - More/Less Activities (4 pages)
- Find the Difference
- Compose a Pattern (2 pages)
Listening Sheets:
- Toccata and Fugue in D Minor
- Cantata No. 21
- Orchestral Suite No. 3 (Air)
- Magnificat
- Italian Concerto
- Bourree in E Minor
- Fugue in G Minor
- The Partita in D Minor
- Mass in B Minor
★ Easel Activity ★ Pair an engaging digital listening board with these musical selections! Students use the highlight tool to choose from keyword lists that describe their listening experience. An answer box at the bottom allows students to write a brief description of their thoughts and feelings. Using the pen or any design tool provided, students can decorate a scene or upload an image to the frame! Each board features colorful clipart related to the music. As always, there are no wrong answers. Students can choose any combination of descriptors.
Bach Composer Study | Classical Music Activities with Digital Resources
By Agee and Row Classical Music Appreciation
Celebrate the birthday and achievements of Johann Sebastian Bach! This composer fun pack is full of vocabulary, coloring, listening sheets, and more. Designed for Pre-K and Kindergarten + adaptable for older students as well!
♫ "Study Bach. There you will find everything." - Johannes Brahms ♫
★ Easel Activity ★ Pair an engaging digital listening board with these musical selections! Students use the highlight tool to choose from keyword lists that describe their listening experience. An answer box at the bottom allows students to write a brief description of their thoughts and feelings. Using the pen or any design tool provided, students can decorate a scene or upload an image to the frame! Each board features colorful clipart related to the music. As always, there are no wrong answers. Students can choose any combination of descriptors.
What’s Inside:
Composer Fact Sheet
Birthplace Fact Sheet
Birthday Coloring Sheet
Birthday Season Vocabulary
Composer Vocabulary
Story Tiles
Compose a Story
Birthday Planner - More or Less Activities (4 pages)
Find the Difference
Compose a Pattern (2 pages)
Listening Sheets:
Toccata and Fugue in D Minor
Cantata No. 21
Orchestral Suite No. 3 (Air)
Magnificat
Italian Concerto
Bourree in E Minor
Fugue in G Minor
The Partita in D Minor
Mass in B Minor