If you’ve been following my Musical Monday posts, you already know that I’m very, very partial to the cello. It’s my favorite, hands down. The rich sound just hits my heart!
I really like this cover of Adele’s Someone Like You, particularly the way the cello and piano take turns playing the melody. That’s a good talking point to mention to your kids as you watch and listen.
Also, isn’t the microphone for the cello really cool-looking? It took me a couple seconds to figure out what it was.
“Fathers… Rise at dawn. Stand up strong. Fix and build. Plow the field. Carry the weight. Work ’til late. Encourage our dreams. Provide the means. Fight with might. Defend what’s right. Protect the home. Refuse to roam. Forge the way. Take time to play. Spoil our moms. Keep homelife calm. And all because of selfless love.”
This art by Andreas Lie caught my attention this year, and my sons and I thought it was really fascinating. Andreas is a 24 year old mixed-media artist from Norway, and in this series he artfully combines photography of wild animals with landscapes. What a creative approach! Don’t you agree?
Igor Stravinksy was a Russian composer, pianist, and conductor who was born on June 17, 1882. He is considered to be one of the most important composers of the 20th century.
His composition, The Rite of Spring, is one of his most famous pieces. I’ve included this cool video of an animated score because I think it can really enhance the listening experience! I think your children (and you!) will be fascinated.
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Welcome to the Enrichment Lifestyle Blog! I'm so glad you're here. :) I'm Erica Johns, and I love to encourage homeschool moms and help them enjoy more of the beauty of the arts in everyday life.
About me: I started my homeschooling journey in 1997 and graduated the last of my six children in 2021. Amidst all the hard work, crazy days, uncertainty, and lost pencils, what I think we really gained was the gift of a lifetime: TIME TOGETHER. So awesome! Click my pic to learn more.
