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Stravinsky and the Rite of Spring
In this music learning exercise, students answer 20 questions about an extract from "Stravinsky and the Rite of Spring." Students also write an essay discussing a given quote about the extract.
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Stravinsky and the Rite of Spring
In this Stravinsky worksheet, students answer the 20 short answer questions and write 1 essay in relation to the extract, "The Rite of Spring".
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Syncopation and Rhythm in Igor Stravinsky's Rite of Spring and Rap Music
Students recognize and clap the syncopated rhythmic beat of a rap song and identify recurring rhythmic pattern in the excerpt of "Dance of the Adolescents" from Igor Stravinsky's Rite of Spring.
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Igor Stravinsky Multiple Choice Worksheet
In this multiple choice music activity, students answer questions about Igor Stravinsky after participating in a classroom program. They can complete extra credit by copying musical articulations.
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Polyrhthm
Fourth graders compose and perform polyrhythms in small groups using non-pitched percussion instruments. They enter the classroom with the recording of "The Rite of Spring" playing on the CD player. Students are asked to describe the...
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Igor Stravinsky Fill in the Blank Worksheet
In this elementary music and following directions worksheet, learners copy the Igor Stravinsky's last name on lines for each letter. They follow directions to draw a circle around a picture of a circus elephant, a square around the...
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Music History
In this music worksheet, students answer 7 questions about music history. For example, "Describe the Bach influences upon Mahler in the second section of this extract."
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Nature's Magic Elixir
Pupils do research to discover the importance of water in the world and its effect upon our daily lives. They will also appreciate the beauty of water and how it is so adaptable within nature.
CommonLit
Common Lit: Stravinsky's Riotous 'Rite of Spring'
A learning module that begins with "Stravinsky's Riotous 'Rite of Spring'" by Miles Hoffman, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned online...
National Arts Centre (Canada)
Arts Alive: Igor Stravinsky
This site from the National Arts Centre provides a nice detailed biography on the life of composer Igor Stravinsky (1882-1971 CE). There are interesting facts on both his personal life and his musical accomplishments are detailed.
California Institute of Technology
Biographical Background: Igor Stravinsky
A biography with many pictures of Igor Stravinsky.
PBS
Classics for Kids: Igor Stravinsky
A short biography of Igor Stravinsky (1882-1971 CE). Click to the past radio shows to hear his music and learn more about this famous composer.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame: Sti Lesson 31: Syncopation and Rhythm
Music students rarely see the value or have any interest in music other than their favorite popular artist or group. By showing connections and similarities between current music and 'classical' music, the teacher begins to break down...