We’re using some of our favorite happy songs to power an imaginary train ride, with a lesson in fast and slow tempo. From grave to presto and everything in between, we’ll move our bodies to the beat. 

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Featured music:
Whitney Houston & Mariah Carey: When You Believe
John Lennon: Imagine
Cast of The Wiz Live: Brand New Day
Nat King Cole: Smile
Katrina and the Waves: Walking on Sunshine
Flo Rida: Good Feeling
Eva Cassidy: People Get Ready
Judy Garland & Barbra Streisand: Get Happy/Happy Days Are Here Again

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All Aboard the Tempo Train!

The Music Box is an interactive music education podcast for kids, exploring fundamental music concepts through performing, responding and connecting. The current season is hosted by music educators Kiana Del and Fiona Palensky. Each episode gets listeners involved in making music! Short episodes are perfect for a car ride or just hanging out at home. Get printable lesson plans and ideas for extending the learning at musicboxpod.org. The Music Box is produced by Louisville Public Media and made possible in part by support from PNC and the Norton Foundation.

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