In this fun, interactive episode of Busy Kids Love Music, I invite you to step into the orchestra pit of a Broadway theater to solve some musical mysteries!
This month we've been celebrating the release of Wicked: For Good, and today's episode continues that celebration with a special "What Was That Sound?" – Musical Theater Edition! You'll hear short clips from favorite musicals and try to guess which instruments are playing. Each instrument plays a special role in creating the drama, excitement, and emotion of live theater.
This episode helps young listeners train their ears, learn about instrument families in the orchestra, and understand how each sound helps tell a musical story on stage.
Wicked – "Defying Gravity"
Hamilton – "My Shot"
The Lion King – "Circle of Life"
The Sound of Music – "Do-Re-Mi"
Can you guess all the instruments correctly?
Download the Musical Theater Edition Audio Treasure Hunt Worksheet to write your answers and keep the game going at home!
Explore four instrument families in the orchestra.
Discover how percussion, brass, and strings add character and emotion to theater music.
Practice active listening and build your child's musical vocabulary through play.
If you enjoyed this episode, check out thh full playlist of songs featured today — perfect for singing, dancing, and listening together as a family!
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