• Musical Explorers

    (Grades K–2)

    Through this yearlong curriculum, students engage in skills-based activities, listening, and creative work; meet local musicians; learn vocal repertoire from different cultures, languages, and traditions; and make meaningful connections with their communities.

    Each semester's study culminates in an interactive concert in Carnegie Hall's Zankel Hall. Students meet vocalists representing Syrian, Mexican, Jazz, Haitian, old-time American Swing, and Balkan song traditions. Audio resources for teachers are provided.

    Registration for 2011–2012 is now closed.  Check back this spring to register for 2012–2013 programs. 

  • 2011–2012 Season Information

    "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

  • Program Features 

    • • Two interactive concerts (fall and spring) per year in Zankel Hall featuring multi-cultural and Western vocalists
    • • A yearlong curriculum guide with accompanying CD, featuring 12 lessons and extensions for both music and general classroom teachers
    • • Student workbooks
    • • Two required professional development workshops (fall and spring)

  •  "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
  • Musical Explorers is made possible, in part, by Disney Worldwide Services, Inc.

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