• Musical Explorers

    This inventive program builds basic music skills in the classroom as children learn songs from different cultures, reflect on their own communities, and develop listening and singing skills. During the 2013–2014 season, students in grades K-2 explore African American spirituals, the irresistible rhythms of Colombia, folk songs from Ireland and Russia, the Zulu beats of South Africa, and Brazilian samba, embarking on a musical journey through the diverse cultures found in the neighborhoods of their hometown—New York City. They also interact with the professional musicians featured in the program during culminating concerts each semester at Carnegie Hall.

  • "This year was absolutely amazing. I love the program and how it ties neighborhoods, countries, and music together. The concert was absolutely amazing! The classes loved it, the teachers loved it, and the kids can't stop talking about actually seeing the performers live after reading and learning about them. I am so impressed … I am totally wowed!"

    —Participating teacher from PS 139K

  • Information for Teachers

    Program Features

    • Two interactive concerts (fall and spring) per year in Zankel Hall featuring multi-cultural vocalists
    • A yearlong curriculum guide with accompanying CD, featuring lessons and extensions for both music and general classroom teachers
    • Student workbooks
    • One required professional development workshop

  • "My week in New York, working with the folks at Carnegie … was one of the highlights of my professional career so far ... and sharing this music with new generations ... watching them connect with the music and the messages ... the best!"

     —Joe Jencks, Musical Explorers artist

  • Multimedia
    Audio
    Chim Chim Cher-ee call and response.
    Video
    Musical Explorers fall 2009 concert.
  • More Information
    Musical Explorers Teacher Guide
     The curriculum is designed to connect students students to the diverse musical community of New York City as they develop listening, singing, and composing skills.
    Online Resource Center
    Get connected to educational resources, a multimedia library, video interviews, and more.
    More Info
  • Major funding for Musical Explorers has been provided, in part, by The Irene Diamond Fund, Leona Kern, and The Walt Disney Company.

    Additional support has been provided by the Ella Fitzgerald Charitable Foundation.

    Musical Explorers is also made possible, in part, by an endowment gift from The Irene Diamond Fund.
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