A Story Of Nina Simone

A story of Nina Simone is also the story of Eunice Kathleen Waymon, the jazz pianist and activist who changed her name to keep her mama from finding out that she was playing more than classical and gospel music. We think she may know now, though!

All You Need Is Love!

All you need is a love for The Beatles while you read this children’s picture book with bright, colorful illustrations by Marc Rosenthal that compliment the lyrics of John Lennon and Paul McCartney’s memorable music.

Jazz Meets Ballet

Music and PlaylistsShanan ColvinDecember 5, 2021jazz, ballet, duke ellington, Tchaikovsky, genres, dance, improvisationComment

Papageno Bird Mask: An Opera Craft for Kids!

Activities & ExperimentsShanan ColvinNovember 23, 2021opera, craft, magic flute, Mozart, mask, birds, kids, elementary music, homeschool, opera for kidsComment

The Story Orchestra: The Magic Flute

Magical spells, battling kings and queens-you won’t find a better way for children to learn about Mozart’s Thee Magic Flute than the latest book in The Story Orchestra series!

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Let's Make a Boobam!

We’ll use PVC and Washi tape to make a DIY Boobam!

Activities & ExperimentsShanan ColvinOctober 26, 2021boobam, instruments, DIY, craft, space age pop, Esquivel!, sound artistComment

Esquivel! Space Age Sound Artist

Esquivel! Music that is out of this world!

Look Listen LearnShanan ColvinOctober 15, 2021space age pop, boobam, blue man group, pvc, stereophonics, lounge music, Esquivel!Comment

Stained Glass Tuba Craft

Decoupage a wooden tuba for a neat stained glass effect. Simple and fun musical craft for kids!

Activities & ExperimentsShanan ColvinSeptember 23, 2021crafts, decoupage, kids, tuba, oboe, band director, homeschool, art classComment

The Oboe Goes Boom Boom Boom

There is a perfect instrument for everyone. What’s yours?

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My Name is Celia

Let’s learn about Celia Cruz, The Queen of Salsa!

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No-Sew Semaphore Flag Craft for Kids

Activities & ExperimentsShanan ColvinJuly 28, 2021semaphore, peace train, history, flags, craftComment

Thunderstorm in a Bottle: Make Your Own Lightning Night Light

DIY Lightning in a bottle! Fun summer craft for kids to pair with the book Nighttime Symphony by Timbaland with art by Christopher Myers and Kaa Illustration.