Music History Resources for the Secondary Classroom

This investigation of how music entered American homes and became a cultural institution that would expand to become a multibillion-dollar industry weaves a history of the evolution of pop music in tandem

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This resource starts with the radical assumption that opera is simply music, rather than the inaccessible, high-brown art form that many assume it to be. Not fluent in German or Italian? No worries - the

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Produced in association with the Smithsonian and including images from the United States National Music Museum, this resource guides readers through the progression of music since its beginnings, discussing

In this resource, the author examines this landmark work, a score that continues to influence composers of film and classical music alike. The book begins with a biographical survey of Bernstein's

This is an excellent general music resource for young people. Lessons and activities from some of Aaron Copland's more popular works, including "Fanfare for the Common Man" and his ballets

This classic anthology of Western Music includes details from the Ancient to Baroque periods. A definitive guide to the music of those times.

This third volume of the classic music history series focuses on Western Music of the 20th Century. A standard book that belongs in every musician's library.

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This resource welcomes nonmajors to the art of listening to great music. Roger Kamien continues to focus on coverage of the elements of music, fostering each student’s unique path to listening and

Composer of the Month bulletin boards are a great way to introduce new music to your students while incorporating music history and listening activities to supplement to your lessons. They look great as

Composer of the Month bulletin boards are a great way to introduce new music to your students while incorporating music history and listening activities to supplement lessons. They look great as

Composer of the Month bulletin boards are a great way to introduce new music to your students while incorporating music history and listening activities to supplement to your lessons. They look great as

Composer of the Month bulletin boards are a great way to introduce new music to your students while incorporating music history and listening activities to supplement lessons. They look great as