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Happy ! Music sampling is when a portion of an existing song is used in a brand new recording. The sample is usually looped & layered with new content. Hits such as “Rappers Delight,” “Ice Ice Baby,” and “Crazy in Love” all use samples. What are your thoughts on using samples?

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Happy ! “West Side Story” debuted on Broadway in 1957, then adapted as a movie in 1961, & rebooted in 2021. Rita Moreno, a Puerto Rican-born American actress, singer, and dancer, was featured in the 1961 & 2021 versions. She was the first Hispanic woman to win an Oscar. Ask an adult what is their favorite song from either version?

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Happy ! Music has many genres: rock, classical, hip hop, opera, country, and pop—to name a few. Find examples of each to listen to. Which is your favorite? Why?

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Happy ! Percussion instruments create sounds like ring, tap, scrape, boom, jingle, rattle, or shake. Can you find items around your house that create these sounds?

Happy ! It’s Friday! Nina Simone was a famous jazz singer and pianist. Find a recording of her song “Feelin’ Good.” As you listen, think about what lyrics you would write to a song called “Feelin’ Good.”

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Happy ! Country and pop singer Carrie Underwood was born on this day in 1983. Find a recording or video of her American Idol final performance that launched her career.

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Happy ! Composer Imogen Holst, daughter of composer Gustav Holst, died on this date in 1984. Celebrate today by listening to a recording of one of Imogen Holst’s compositions.

Happy ! Many radio stations celebrate “Two for Tuesdays” and will play two songs from the same artist back-to-back. Which artist’s music do you want to hear back-to-back?

Happy ! In 1985, the song “We Are the World” was released. Famous musicians collaborated on the song to benefit famine relief in Africa. If you had to choose a new cause to support, what charity would you support? Which artists would you choose to work with?

Happy ! If you could travel to a different country to listen to musicians, where would you like to go? What type of music might you hear there?

Happy ! As popular music evolves so do the dances that are inspired by the music. Ask your family members what dance styles were popular when they were your age. How is their answer similar to the dances and music you dance to today?