What is a Ballet?
Ballet is a term used to describe both a style of dance and an art form. Did you know that ballet has long been connected to classical music? Many famous… Read more What is a Ballet? →
Posts by Rebecca Richardson
Three Musical Works Inspired by Fairytales
Do you enjoy reading fairytales? Perhaps you’ve watched adaptations of these stories in movies or TV shows. Fairytales have a unique ability to captivate people of all ages and provide… Read more Three Musical Works Inspired by Fairytales →
What is a String Quartet?
Now that we’ve explored two powerhouse genres in classical music (the symphony and the opera), it’s time to learn another historically significant music term—the string quartet! Have you ever heard… Read more What is a String Quartet? →
How to Make Leaf Rubbing Art
It’s finally starting to feel like fall, which for many means more cozy time spent indoors. Here at ICAN, we have no shortage of boredom busters to get us through… Read more How to Make Leaf Rubbing Art →
What is an Opera?
Opera is a term used to describe both a genre of music AND, in a broader sense, something dramatic, emotional, and larger-than-life. Opera has been around for centuries and performed… Read more What is an Opera? →
Nature Walk through Music – Late Summer Edition
Did you know you don’t even have to leave your house to experience nature? As we approach the end of summer and get ready for the school year, why not… Read more Nature Walk through Music – Late Summer Edition →
What is a Symphony?
The word symphony is a term used to describe certain pieces of music—but what does it actually mean? In this post, we’re going to dive into the fascinating world of… Read more What is a Symphony? →
Creative Screen-Free Kid Activities
School is officially out for summer (at least here in the U.S.), which means many kids now have an abundance of time for fun and play. While it’s tempting to… Read more Creative Screen-Free Kid Activities →
Love Expressed through Music
‘Tis the season to celebrate love. Here on ICAN Radio, one of our favorite ways to express love is through music. Music has always played an essential role in communicating… Read more Love Expressed through Music →