Earth Day

Today is Earth Day. We took out the garbage for dad, coloured a creative earth day sheet from https://www.etsy.com/dk-en/listing/1447185372/protect-our-planet-colouring-page-earth

We appreciated Carly's podcast Episode 148: Music For Our Planet (enjoyed at https://busykidsdopiano.com/podcast/148/) where we were "Celebrating our beautiful planet the best way we know how—through music! For centuries, composers have found inspiration in nature, and in this episode, we’re exploring three stunning pieces that bring the sounds of the Earth to life.

Beethoven’s “Pastoral Symphony” – A joyful musical journey through the countryside, filled with singing birds, flowing streams, and even a thunderstorm!

Smetana’s “The Moldau” – A breathtaking piece that follows the journey of a mighty river as it winds through forests, villages, and castles.

John Luther Adams’ “Become Ocean” – A modern, atmospheric work that captures the vastness and movement of the deep blue sea.

Your Turn! After listening, step outside and create your own “Earth Symphony” using the sounds of nature around you. Can you hum like the wind, tap like raindrops, or play an instrument to mimic the outdoors?’Let's celebrate Earth Day by listening, creating, and caring for our planet! " Carly Seifert, the creator of Busy Kids Do Piano. 

Episode 147 April Showers intridgued us. You can enjoy it at: https://busykidsdopiano.com/podcast/147/

“April showers bring May flowers!” This common saying reminds us that rainy days lead to beautiful spring blooms. In this episode of Busy Kids Love Music, we’re exploring three classical pieces that capture the sound and feeling of rain. From gentle drizzles to powerful storms, these composers found incredible ways to bring rain to life through music.

“Raindrop” Prelude – Frédéric Chopin

Listen for the repeating note that sounds like steady raindrops. Did you know Chopin may have been inspired by a real rainstorm while staying at an old monastery?

“Gardens in the Rain” – Claude Debussy

A fast, playful piece that feels like a sudden spring rainstorm. Debussy even weaves in snippets of old French nursery rhymes—can you hear them?

“Cloudburst” – Eric Whitacre

A musical journey through a thunderstorm, featuring voices whispering, fingers snapping, and hands clapping to create the sound of rain! " Carly Seifert, the creator of Busy Kids Do Piano.