by Erica Johns | Mar 23, 2015 | Gather 'Round, History, Musical Monday
Earlier this month I shared with you a video I came across of ancient Sumerian music. This time I’ve got some really beautiful ancient Mesopotamian music for you! From what I’ve read, this is considered by some people, at least, to be the oldest song we...
by Erica Johns | Mar 16, 2015 | Gather 'Round, Musical Monday
These gals had us laughing and amazed the whole way through. So fun! [mashshare]
by Erica Johns | Mar 2, 2015 | Gather 'Round, History, Musical Monday
I came across this cool music! Apparently clay tablets exist from the 14th century BC that not only have cuneiform, but also a version of sheet music! While this certainly doesn’t apply music theory like we are accustomed to, we can get a glimpse into what this...
by eswebmaster | Feb 23, 2015 | Gather 'Round, History, Musical Monday
Handel is one of my favorite Baroque composers! Most of you are probably familiar with his Messiah, which I absolutely love. He has a ton of other inspirational, beautiful worth getting familiar with and sharing with your kiddos. Help yourself to our FREE Handel...
by Erica Johns | Feb 16, 2015 | Gather 'Round, Musical Monday
What happens when you combine two cellos, the William Tell Overture, a sense of humor, and rock-n-roll? This! And hey–have you ever gotten to se an electric cello before? (or a crowd-surfing cellist?!) So cool! **If you don’t rock-n-roll at your house,...
by Erica Johns | Feb 9, 2015 | Gather 'Round, Musical Monday
I’ve got a thing for the cello, and I’m not ashamed to admit it. 🙂 My father played the cello and so did I. (briefly, in elementary school) I’ve never stopped loving the deep, soothing sounds of this gorgeous instrument, so don’t be surprised...
