We'll explore the world of dynamics (how loud or soft a sound is) with a big box of fireworks! KA-BOOM! You’ll hear some very special pyrotechnics and learn some special words to describe dynamics.

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National Standards incorporated:

Understanding the relationships between music and other arts, other disciplines, varied contexts, and daily life.
Understanding rhythmic and melodic ideas
Demonstrating knowledge of musical concepts

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Additional resources:

Music Theory for Beginners: Dynamics
Dynamics Example
Music-Go-Rounds Dynamics Activity Guide

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Dynamics Dynamite

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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