An Introduction and Exploration of Classical Music
For Kindergarten to 5th Grade
For our youngest Cliburn friends! Cliburn Kids is a collection of wonderfully entertaining 7- to 10-minute videos designed to introduce children to the fun of classical music. How does music paint pictures, tell stories, express feelings? Host Buddy Bray and guest artists use individual pieces to explore topics that delve into the way music is organized and structured, counting and rhythm, expressive elements, and sometimes just lighthearted enjoyment!
Programs are geared towards elementary-aged children, and activities are provided for each episode that are perfect for in-classroom or at-home studies. More than 50 episodes are currently available by clicking through the scroller, or exploring the categories, below. Each episode page has links to the supplemental activities, as well as TEKS objectives for each.
Cliburn Kids programs are based on the Cliburn in the Classroom curriculum, written by Dr. John Feierabend and longtime artistic consultant Buddy Bray.
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Stand By Me
Play along with our new friends Charles and Peter as they perform a classic hit – with a surprise!
featuring
KING “Stand By Me”
Virtuoso Variations
Do you recognize the tune in this episode? Buddy and friends show us some special techniques that can make familiar songs sound like something new!
featuring
VIEUXTEMPS Souvenir d’Amérique, “Variations on Yankee Doodle”
Aquarium
What does a piano sound like underwater? Can the piano imitate fish and sea creatures? Find out more in this episode!
featuring
SAINT-SAËNS “Aquarium” from The Carnival of the Animals
Pattern Play: The Rondo
This episode is a musical matching game! See if you can spot the repeated tune as we explore rondo form.
featuring
BACH Rondo from Partita No. 2 in C Minor, BWV 826
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Stand By Me
1st Grade, 2nd Grade, 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 5th Grade, Cliburn Kids, Kindergarten, Music Fun
