Even Classical composers can have a sense of humor! Master Teacher John Punt talks about a moment in class where the human side of a composer related to his students.
Just Kidding!
Author: Mr. John Punt
A Challenge for Everyone
Even a simple challenge in a friendly competition among Hillsdale member schools can encourage students to engage with the building blocks and fundamental structures of musical composition!
Cultural Literacy and Music
What does it mean to be culturally literate in music? What are the benefits of this form of cultural literacy? How can a classical education contribute to this?
Embracing Humanity
It is often said that the arts are a means of sharing in the "human experience." And while I probably heard that phrase a few too many times in my high school literature class not to hear it as cliché, there is a part of me that appreciates this time-honored saying. Our curriculum places an… Continue reading Embracing Humanity
Spring is Coming
At Seven Oaks Classical School, we've had our two winter concerts and, even though I've been planning this music since April, I finally saw a theme peeking through. It's a theme that frequently pops up in classic winter songs, including one we sang recently: Lo, how a rose e'er blooming / From tender stem hath… Continue reading Spring is Coming
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