Carnegie Hall

The “Carnegie Hall Musical Explorers Song” is the theme song of the program and is performed at the beginning and end of each concert experience. This song can be a great way to introduce students to the world of Musical Explorers and can become a staple in your warm-up.

These activities are designed to work individually—both inside the classroom and at home—and as classroom projects (e.g., taking a sound discovery walk or making DIY instruments out of found objects in your classroom).

Discover the geographic roots of the musical genres featured in the curriculum through our interactive Musical Explorers Around the World Map.

Demonstrated with direct-to-student videos led by teaching artist Shanna Whitney, these warm-up exercises can be used to establish a routine that fosters healthy vocal technique, kinesthetic learning, and active listening.

Master percussionist Tupac Mantilla leads body percussion and found object challenges in direct-to-student videos. There is a set for students in grades K–2 and another for grades 3–5.

Created for students specifically in grades 3–5, music educator Margaret Jenks asks thought-provoking questions on how to develop an explorer mindset.

• Georgian Folk with Ilusha
• Freedom Songs with Imani Uzuri
• Haitian with Emeline

• Argentine Folk with Sofía R. and Sofia T.
• Native American with Martha
• South African Zulu with Bongi and Tshidi

• Greek Folk with Magda
• Malian Traditional with Yacouba
• Indian Classical with Falu

• Jazz with Brianna
• Bomba and Plena with Juan and Julia
• Brazilian with Fabiana

• Cumbia with Gregorio
• Armenian Folk with Zulal
• Hip Hop with Soul Science Lab

• Bluegrass with Michael
• Chinese Traditional with Qian Yi
• Iraqi Folk with Layth

• Georgian Folk with Ilusha
• Native American with Martha
• South African Zulu with Bongi and Tshidi