Summon the Heroes! Podcast
1) In Depth: A Lincoln Portrait
In this bonus episode, learn how a composer chooses specific tools to combine an American hero’s actual words with music. Aaron Copland composed a musical tribute to President Abraham Lincoln. Why doe...Show More
2) Matching Game
This episode recaps what you learned from this series. You’ll re-listen to excerpts from Williams, Copland, Beethoven, and Elgar and match the work with each composer’s “hero.”
3) Playing the Heartstrings
In this episode, you are introduced to the orchestra’s string section and the ability to use major and minor keys through the work of composer George Theophilus Walker.
4) Sound the Trumpets
Composers are sometimes inspired by other composers, making it possible to hear similarities between musical works. In this episode, you will also hear distinct differences between pieces as you are i...Show More
5) Strike Up the Band
In this episode, learn about the four sections of the orchestra; why a composer chooses specific instruments; and about German composer Ludwig van Beethoven and American composer Aaron Copland. Why di...Show More
6) Sounds Like a Hero
Everyday heroes come from the real world. A hero can be an ordinary person who does something great and who is admired for brave deeds or remarkable ability. Sometimes, a nation comes together to hono...Show More