Musical Activities Page

Play the melody game
This is a really fun game to play with your family or friends. Simply take turns singing or humming a melody to the rest of the group. Then see who can be the first to guess the name of the song!

Be a conductor
Find a baton around the house (a pencil works well), put on your favorite piece of music and conduct away! If you are feeling really adventurous see if you can make your own podium just like a real conductor!

Make your own percussion instrument
Three easy steps for your very own shaker:

1. Find an empty plastic bottle (with lid)
2. Pour some rice, birdseed, or dried beans into the bottle and close the container (secure the lid with tape)
3. For a decoration, wrap colored paper around the outside of the bottle and shake away!

Listen to the radio
Tune in to WXXI 91.5/90.3 FM to listen to more classical music with your family. Try to listen for the different instruments in the orchestra. Listening to the radio will also give you an opportunity to become familiar with the melodies, harmonies and rhythms from composers all over the world!