From the science of string sound to music for the dance, the String Quintet will help your students make cross-curricular connections. Choose from one of their three programs below.
- Science of String Sound – Who is in the string family, and how do string instruments work? How many ways can string instruments produce a sound? Discover the answers to these questions as the String Quintet performs a wide variety of musical styles. Best for Grades 1–5.
Curriculum Connections: Science, Music - Music for the Dance – Music must be organized, especially when it involves dance! Students will learn how form, patterns, and rhythm combine to create characteristic dance styles from around the world. Best for Grades 3–8.
Curriculum Connections: Social Studies, Dance, Music - Where in Europe Is…? – Test your students’ map reading skills. The quintet will play music from various European countries and enlist volunteers from the audience to help them build a map of Europe. Best for Grades 3–8.
Curriculum Connections: Social Studies, Music
Space required: A gym, auditorium, or large open space is required. Students can sit on the floor in front of the group, in chairs, or on bleachers.
Length: 45 minutes
Audience Size: Up to 4 classes
The cost for this program is a flat $200, so cost per student will vary with audience size.
Suggested Standards/Benchmarks:
MUSIC, ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS
During this exploration, the students will hear memorable stories to help reinforce and teach life lessons. Many standards within the content areas of English Language Arts, Socioemotional Skills, and Music are covered in these performances. Specific target standards depend on the targeted age group and specific program selected.
Music:
K:1CE-4CE,6CE-8CE 6PR 2RE-5RE,7RE
1:2CE-4CE,6CE 7PR 1RE-7RE
2:1CE, 3CE-6CE 1RE,3RE,5RE,6RE,7RE
Language Arts:
RL.K.3,RL.1.3,RL.1.9
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