<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/" xmlns:georss="http://www.georss.org/georss" xmlns:geo="http://www.w3.org/2003/01/geo/wgs84_pos#" > <channel> <title>Female Composers – The Playful Piano</title> <atom:link href="https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product-category/female-composers/feed/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /> <link>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com</link> <description>Helping you become everyone's favorite piano teacher!</description> <lastBuildDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2025 21:34:11 +0000</lastBuildDate> <language>en-US</language> <sy:updatePeriod> hourly </sy:updatePeriod> <sy:updateFrequency> 1 </sy:updateFrequency> <generator>https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2</generator> <image> <url>https://i0.wp.com/www.theplayfulpiano.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/cropped-logo-square-icon1.jpg?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1</url> <title>Female Composers – The Playful Piano</title> <link>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com</link> <width>32</width> <height>32</height> </image> <site xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">94970687</site> <item> <title>Errollyn Wallen: Female Composer Club Resource Pack</title> <link>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/errollyn-wallen-female-composer-club-resource-pack/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=errollyn-wallen-female-composer-club-resource-pack</link> <comments>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/errollyn-wallen-female-composer-club-resource-pack/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jennifer Boster]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2025 21:26:10 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/?post_type=product&p=16204</guid> <description><![CDATA[Help change the music history narrative! This beautiful and engaging 18-page studio-licensed resource is full of fun and simple ways to introduce your students to composer Errollyn Wallen. It is well-researched and presented in an attractive and easy-to-read format. It includes a variety of resources for students of different ages and levels, so you can pick and choose which activities will best help your students learn about and get excited about the music of Errollyn Wallen. <i>19 pages</i><i>, digital download. </i>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Includes the following:</p> <p><strong>Biographical Outline:</strong> This attractive and easy-to-read page tells interesting and important things about the composer in bullet point format. Great for printing and putting in student binders. Includes a section on a highlighted piece written by the composer with a brief listening guide.</p> <p><strong>Composer Worksheet:</strong> Students answer questions about the composer they have learned through the other resources. Includes a place to write down thoughts and reactions while listening to the highlighted piece from the Biographical Outline.</p> <p><strong>Life Story Coloring Page:</strong> This adorable hand-drawn coloring page is full of fun facts about the composer’s life. Students can really get to know the composer by reading and coloring this page while listening to music written by the composer.</p> <p><strong>Composer Coloring Page:</strong> This coloring page features a picture of the composer, their name and dates, and an inspiring quote by the composer (if available!).</p> <p><strong>Quote Page:</strong> An inspiring quote (if available!) by the composer to color or display. Includes two copies – one with black letters and one with hollow letters for coloring.</p> <p><strong>Composer of the Month Cards:</strong> Students can collect these cards in a trading card sleeve placed in their binder. Includes 3 cards: one with name, country, dates and picture; one with interesting facts; one with recommended listening. Also includes a larger size of each of the 3 cards as well as a square page with the composer’s name and picture to display in the studio during the month.</p> <p><strong>Recommended Listening List & Playlist Access:</strong> A list of recommended pieces by the composer to listen to, and access to the playlist on YouTube or Apple Music via QR code.</p> <p><strong>Where to Find Music by Female Composers:</strong> A great resource with suggestions of where to get sheet music written by women. Will be updated as new resources become available.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/errollyn-wallen-female-composer-club-resource-pack/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">16204</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Piano Queens Coloring Pages</title> <link>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/piano-queens-coloring-pages/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=piano-queens-coloring-pages</link> <comments>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/piano-queens-coloring-pages/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jennifer Boster]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 30 Oct 2024 05:58:41 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/?post_type=product&p=15945</guid> <description><![CDATA[<b>Enjoy 31 adorable full-page coloring pages of female composers. </b>This resource coordinates with the <a href="https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/piano-queens-women-who-shaped-piano-history/">Piano Queens book</a>, which teaches about 31 women who contributed to piano literature. <em>Studio-licensed digital download, 34 pages.</em>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<b>Enjoy 31 adorable full-page coloring pages of female composers. </b>This resource coordinates with the <a href="https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/piano-queens-women-who-shaped-piano-history/">Piano Queens book</a>, which teaches about 31 women who contributed to piano literature. <em>Studio-licensed digital download, 34 pages.</em>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/piano-queens-coloring-pages/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">15945</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Élisabeth Jacquet de la Guerre: Shades of Sound Listening & Coloring Booklet</title> <link>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/elisabeth-jacquet-de-la-guerre-shades-of-sound-listening-coloring-booklet/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=elisabeth-jacquet-de-la-guerre-shades-of-sound-listening-coloring-booklet</link> <comments>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/elisabeth-jacquet-de-la-guerre-shades-of-sound-listening-coloring-booklet/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jennifer Boster]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 18 Sep 2024 20:31:33 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/?post_type=product&p=15752</guid> <description><![CDATA[<i>Meet Baroque composer Élisabeth Jacquet de la Guerre. </i>Introduce your students to the beautiful baroque keyboard music of Jacquet de la Guerre with two coloring pages to color while listening to her music. This 7-page booklet is an excerpt from the <a href="https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/shades-of-sound-listening-coloring-book-women-composers/">Shades of Sound: Women Composers Listening & Coloring Book.</a> <em>(If you have already purchased the entire digital book, you do not need to purchase this.)</em> It includes a biographical sketch and a QR code to access the accompanying playlist. Students will then read background information about two of Jacquet de la Guerre's works, and then can enjoy coloring while listening to the music. <i>7 pages, digital download. </i>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Which pieces are included in the listening playlist?</p> <div class="page" title="Page 3"> <div class="layoutArea"> <div class="column"> <ul> <li>Pieces de Clavecin, 1707 – Suite in D Minor: La Flamande & Double</li> <li>Sonata in D minor</li> </ul> <div class="page" title="Page 5"> <div class="layoutArea"> <div class="column"></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <p>Why does this curriculum work so well?</p> <p>The Shades of Sound curriculum combines listening with coloring to create an engaging experience for students of all ages. Why does this curriculum work so well?</p> <p>The reason why this curriculum is so engaging and works so well is that it uses all four learning modes:</p> <ul> <li>Reading/Writing – Students learn about music history by reading about each composer in the book, and reading about the background of the piece and what to listen for. They have a chance to write down what they like about each piece and give the piece a rating.</li> <li>Auditory – Students listen along using the accompanying YouTube playlist.</li> <li>Visual – Each piece includes a beautiful coloring page.</li> <li>Kinesthetic – Coloring while listening uses kinesthetic or tactile learning.</li> </ul> <p>Combining all four learning styles makes this curriculum super engaging and helps you to reach all of your students in different ways.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/elisabeth-jacquet-de-la-guerre-shades-of-sound-listening-coloring-booklet/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">15752</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Élisabeth Jacquet de la Guerre: Female Composer Club Resource Pack</title> <link>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/elisabeth-jacquet-de-la-guerre-female-composer-club-resource-pack/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=elisabeth-jacquet-de-la-guerre-female-composer-club-resource-pack</link> <comments>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/elisabeth-jacquet-de-la-guerre-female-composer-club-resource-pack/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jennifer Boster]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 18 Sep 2024 20:19:58 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/?post_type=product&p=15743</guid> <description><![CDATA[Help change the music history narrative! This beautiful and engaging 18-page studio-licensed resource is full of fun and simple ways to introduce your students to composer Élisabeth Jacquet de la Guerre. It is well-researched and presented in an attractive and easy-to-read format. It includes a variety of resources for students of different ages and levels, so you can pick and choose which activities will best help your students learn about and get excited about the music of Élisabeth Jacquet de la Guerre. <i>18 pages</i><i>, digital download. </i>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Includes the following:</p> <p><strong>Biographical Outline:</strong> This attractive and easy-to-read page tells interesting and important things about the composer in bullet point format. Great for printing and putting in student binders. Includes a section on a highlighted piece written by the composer with a brief listening guide.</p> <p><strong>Composer Worksheet:</strong> Students answer questions about the composer they have learned through the other resources. Includes a place to write down thoughts and reactions while listening to the highlighted piece from the Biographical Outline.</p> <p><strong>Life Story Coloring Page:</strong> This adorable hand-drawn coloring page is full of fun facts about the composer’s life. Students can really get to know the composer by reading and coloring this page while listening to music written by the composer.</p> <p><strong>Composer Coloring Page:</strong> This coloring page features a picture of the composer, their name and dates, and an inspiring quote by the composer (if available!).</p> <p><strong>Quote Page:</strong> An inspiring quote (if available!) by the composer to color or display. Includes two copies – one with black letters and one with hollow letters for coloring.</p> <p><strong>Composer of the Month Cards:</strong> Students can collect these cards in a trading card sleeve placed in their binder. Includes 3 cards: one with name, country, dates and picture; one with interesting facts; one with recommended listening. Also includes a larger size of each of the 3 cards as well as a square page with the composer’s name and picture to display in the studio during the month.</p> <p><strong>Recommended Listening List & Playlist Access:</strong> A list of recommended pieces by the composer to listen to, and access to the playlist on YouTube or Apple Music via QR code.</p> <p><strong>Where to Find Music by Female Composers:</strong> A great resource with suggestions of where to get sheet music written by women. Will be updated as new resources become available.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/elisabeth-jacquet-de-la-guerre-female-composer-club-resource-pack/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">15743</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Mélanie Bonis: Female Composer Club Resource Pack</title> <link>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/melanie-bonis-female-composer-club-resource-pack/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=melanie-bonis-female-composer-club-resource-pack</link> <comments>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/melanie-bonis-female-composer-club-resource-pack/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jennifer Boster]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Wed, 18 Sep 2024 20:12:23 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/?post_type=product&p=15737</guid> <description><![CDATA[Help change the music history narrative! This beautiful and engaging 19-page studio-licensed resource is full of fun and simple ways to introduce your students to composer Mélanie Bonis. It is well-researched and presented in an attractive and easy-to-read format. It includes a variety of resources for students of different ages and levels, so you can pick and choose which activities will best help your students learn about and get excited about the music of Mélanie Bonis. <i>19 pages</i><i>, digital download. </i>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Includes the following:</p> <p><strong>Biographical Outline:</strong> This attractive and easy-to-read page tells interesting and important things about the composer in bullet point format. Great for printing and putting in student binders. Includes a section on a highlighted piece written by the composer with a brief listening guide.</p> <p><strong>Composer Worksheet:</strong> Students answer questions about the composer they have learned through the other resources. Includes a place to write down thoughts and reactions while listening to the highlighted piece from the Biographical Outline.</p> <p><strong>Life Story Coloring Page:</strong> This adorable hand-drawn coloring page is full of fun facts about the composer’s life. Students can really get to know the composer by reading and coloring this page while listening to music written by the composer.</p> <p><strong>Composer Coloring Page:</strong> This coloring page features a picture of the composer, their name and dates, and an inspiring quote by the composer (if available!).</p> <p><strong>Quote Page:</strong> An inspiring quote (if available!) by the composer to color or display. Includes two copies – one with black letters and one with hollow letters for coloring.</p> <p><strong>Composer of the Month Cards:</strong> Students can collect these cards in a trading card sleeve placed in their binder. Includes 3 cards: one with name, country, dates and picture; one with interesting facts; one with recommended listening. Also includes a larger size of each of the 3 cards as well as a square page with the composer’s name and picture to display in the studio during the month.</p> <p><strong>Recommended Listening List & Playlist Access:</strong> A list of recommended pieces by the composer to listen to, and access to the playlist on YouTube or Apple Music via QR code.</p> <p><strong>Where to Find Music by Female Composers:</strong> A great resource with suggestions of where to get sheet music written by women. Will be updated as new resources become available.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/melanie-bonis-female-composer-club-resource-pack/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">15737</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Caroline Shaw: Shades of Sound Listening & Coloring Booklet</title> <link>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/caroline-shaw-shades-of-sound-listening-coloring-booklet/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=caroline-shaw-shades-of-sound-listening-coloring-booklet</link> <comments>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/caroline-shaw-shades-of-sound-listening-coloring-booklet/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jennifer Boster]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 25 Jul 2024 21:55:31 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/?post_type=product&p=15620</guid> <description><![CDATA[<i>Meet Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Caroline Shaw. </i>Introduce your students to the amazing Caroline Shaw with six beautiful coloring pages to color while listening to her music. This 16-page booklet is an excerpt from the <a href="https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/shades-of-sound-women-composers-volume-2/">Shades of Sound: Women Composers Listening & Coloring Book Volume 2</a>. <em>(If you have already purchased the entire digital book, you do not need to purchase this.)</em> It includes a biographical sketch and a QR code to access the accompanying playlist. Students will then read background information about seven of Shaw's works, and then can enjoy coloring while listening to the music. <i>16 pages, digital download. </i>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Which pieces are included in the listening playlist?</p> <ul> <li>Narrow Sea, Pt 1</li> <li>Gustave le Gray</li> <li>Entr’acte</li> <li>Plan & Elevation: IV. The Orangery</li> <li>Partita for 8 Voices: I. Allemande</li> <li>Anni’s Constant</li> <li>Is a Rose: No. 2, And So</li> </ul> <p>Why does this curriculum work so well?</p> <p>The Shades of Sound curriculum combines listening with coloring to create an engaging experience for students of all ages. Why does this curriculum work so well?</p> <p>The reason why this curriculum is so engaging and works so well is that it uses all four learning modes:</p> <ul> <li>Reading/Writing – Students learn about music history by reading about each composer in the book, and reading about the background of the piece and what to listen for. They have a chance to write down what they like about each piece and give the piece a rating.</li> <li>Auditory – Students listen along using the accompanying YouTube playlist.</li> <li>Visual – Each piece includes a beautiful coloring page.</li> <li>Kinesthetic – Coloring while listening uses kinesthetic or tactile learning.</li> </ul> <p>Combining all four learning styles makes this curriculum super engaging and helps you to reach all of your students in different ways.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/caroline-shaw-shades-of-sound-listening-coloring-booklet/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">15620</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Caroline Shaw: Female Composer Club Resource Pack</title> <link>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/caroline-shaw-female-composer-club-resource-pack/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=caroline-shaw-female-composer-club-resource-pack</link> <comments>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/caroline-shaw-female-composer-club-resource-pack/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jennifer Boster]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 25 Jul 2024 21:06:56 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/?post_type=product&p=15613</guid> <description><![CDATA[Help change the music history narrative! This beautiful and engaging 18-page studio-licensed resource is full of fun and simple ways to introduce your students to composer Caroline Shaw. It is well-researched and presented in an attractive and easy-to-read format. It includes a variety of resources for students of different ages and levels, so you can pick and choose which activities will best help your students learn about and get excited about the music of Caroline Shaw. <i>18 pages</i><i>, digital download. </i>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Includes the following:</p> <p><strong>Biographical Outline:</strong> This attractive and easy-to-read page tells interesting and important things about the composer in bullet point format. Great for printing and putting in student binders. Includes a section on a highlighted piece written by the composer with a brief listening guide.</p> <p><strong>Composer Worksheet:</strong> Students answer questions about the composer they have learned through the other resources. Includes a place to write down thoughts and reactions while listening to the highlighted piece from the Biographical Outline.</p> <p><strong>Life Story Coloring Page:</strong> This adorable hand-drawn coloring page is full of fun facts about the composer’s life. Students can really get to know the composer by reading and coloring this page while listening to music written by the composer.</p> <p><strong>Composer Coloring Page:</strong> This coloring page features a picture of the composer, their name and dates, and an inspiring quote by the composer (if available!).</p> <p><strong>Quote Page:</strong> An inspiring quote (if available!) by the composer to color or display. Includes two copies – one with black letters and one with hollow letters for coloring.</p> <p><strong>Composer of the Month Cards:</strong> Students can collect these cards in a trading card sleeve placed in their binder. Includes 3 cards: one with name, country, dates and picture; one with interesting facts; one with recommended listening. Also includes a larger size of each of the 3 cards as well as a square page with the composer’s name and picture to display in the studio during the month.</p> <p><strong>Recommended Listening List & Playlist Access:</strong> A list of recommended pieces by the composer to listen to, and access to the playlist on YouTube or Apple Music via QR code.</p> <p><strong>Where to Find Music by Female Composers:</strong> A great resource with suggestions of where to get sheet music written by women. Will be updated as new resources become available.</p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/caroline-shaw-female-composer-club-resource-pack/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">15613</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Mini Music History Bundle #9: Levina & Rachmaninoff</title> <link>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/mini-music-history-bundle-9-levina-rachmaninoff/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=mini-music-history-bundle-9-levina-rachmaninoff</link> <comments>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/mini-music-history-bundle-9-levina-rachmaninoff/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jennifer Boster]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 25 Jul 2024 20:52:40 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/?post_type=product&p=15611</guid> <description><![CDATA[<strong>Get all 3 Mini Music History Resources for composers Levina and Rachmaninoff!</strong> Includes "This or That" listening activity, 2 "Mini Music History Books" to color, cut, fold and collect, and a set of "Music History Moments" cards with quick facts about music history. Fit music history instruction into busy lessons with these quick, easy and engaging resources that introduce your students to wonderful composers and beautiful music. Set 9 features composers <strong>Zara Levina</strong> and <strong>Sergei Rachmaninoff</strong>. <em><strong>Studio-licensed digital download, 8 pages.</strong></em>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<strong>Get all 3 Mini Music History Resources for composers Levina and Rachmaninoff!</strong> Includes "This or That" listening activity, 2 "Mini Music History Books" to color, cut, fold and collect, and a set of "Music History Moments" cards with quick facts about music history. Fit music history instruction into busy lessons with these quick, easy and engaging resources that introduce your students to wonderful composers and beautiful music. Set 9 features composers <strong>Zara Levina</strong> and <strong>Sergei Rachmaninoff</strong>. <em><strong>Studio-licensed digital download, 8 pages.</strong></em>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/mini-music-history-bundle-9-levina-rachmaninoff/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">15611</post-id> </item> <item> <title>Music History Moments Cards, Set #9 – Levina & Rachmaninoff</title> <link>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/music-history-moments-cards-set-9-levina-rachmaninoff/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=music-history-moments-cards-set-9-levina-rachmaninoff</link> <comments>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/music-history-moments-cards-set-9-levina-rachmaninoff/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jennifer Boster]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 25 Jul 2024 16:19:59 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/?post_type=product&p=15607</guid> <description><![CDATA[<span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none"><strong>Fit music history into busy piano lessons!</strong> Print cards on cardstock and place in a stack near your piano. When you have a free moment in a lesson, you can grab a card and read it! This is a simple way to teach your students a little about music history in small moments during lessons. The cards each month will coordinate with the two featured "Mini Music History" composers and their musical eras.</span> <em>*Email subscribers receive the new "This or That" resource for FREE on the 3rd Tuesday of each month! <a href="https://mailchi.mp/theplayfulpiano.com/newsletter"><b>Click here to get next month's for free!</b></a>*</em> <em><strong>Studio-licensed digital download, 2 pages.</strong></em>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none"><strong>Fit music history into busy piano lessons!</strong> Print cards on cardstock and place in a stack near your piano. When you have a free moment in a lesson, you can grab a card and read it! This is a simple way to teach your students a little about music history in small moments during lessons. The cards each month will coordinate with the two featured "Mini Music History" composers and their musical eras.</span> <em>*Email subscribers receive the new "This or That" resource for FREE on the 3rd Tuesday of each month! <a href="https://mailchi.mp/theplayfulpiano.com/newsletter"><b>Click here to get next month's for free!</b></a>*</em> <em><strong>Studio-licensed digital download, 2 pages.</strong></em>]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/music-history-moments-cards-set-9-levina-rachmaninoff/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">15607</post-id> </item> <item> <title>This or That #9: Levina or Rachmaninoff? – Mini Music History Listening Activity</title> <link>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/this-or-that-9-levina-or-rachmaninoff-mini-music-history-listening-activity/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=this-or-that-9-levina-or-rachmaninoff-mini-music-history-listening-activity</link> <comments>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/this-or-that-9-levina-or-rachmaninoff-mini-music-history-listening-activity/#respond</comments> <dc:creator><![CDATA[Jennifer Boster]]></dc:creator> <pubDate>Thu, 25 Jul 2024 16:13:58 +0000</pubDate> <guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/?post_type=product&p=15604</guid> <description><![CDATA[<span class="OYPEnA text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none"><strong>Students listen to two pieces, then choose their favorite!</strong> This worksheet introduces two pieces by two different composers. Students listen to each piece while reading a little bit about each composer, then they write down something they like about each piece and how they are similar or different. Then they choose a favorite!</span> This simple activity gets your students listening to classical music, discovering new composers and music, and finding their new favorite composers and styles. <em>*Email subscribers receive the new "This or That" resource for FREE on the 3rd Tuesday of each month! <strong><a href="https://mailchi.mp/theplayfulpiano.com/newsletter">Click here to get next month's for free!</a></strong>*</em> <em><strong>Studio-licensed digital download, 1 page.</strong></em>]]></description> <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>In this activity students will listen to <strong>Piano Concerto No. 1 by Zara Levina</strong> and <strong>Piano Concerto No. 2 by Sergei Rachmaninoff</strong>. <em><strong>Which concerto is your favorite?</strong></em></p> ]]></content:encoded> <wfw:commentRss>https://www.theplayfulpiano.com/product/this-or-that-9-levina-or-rachmaninoff-mini-music-history-listening-activity/feed/</wfw:commentRss> <slash:comments>0</slash:comments> <post-id xmlns="com-wordpress:feed-additions:1">15604</post-id> </item> </channel> </rss>