Viewers learn how the voice and body can help tell stories expressively. Hear storyteller, Synia, tell an African-American story. Enjoy a mime telling a story through dramatic movements. Hear folksinger, Tom Chapin, sing a story song. Discover how a ballet can tell a story through music and dance.
Viewers explore melodic contour and phrases.
Follow a melody as a bell choir performs a familiar song. See an unusual animated performance of a piece for synthesizer. Move to phrases while listening to a song from Hawaii. Viewers discover that music plays a role in special events in most cultures. Enjoy Nongak performers from Korea, the festivities of Canaval, and a Kwanzaa celebration.