Lights, Camera, Crescendo! - Film Appreciation, Film History and Film Music Club
In "Lights, Camera, Crescendo!" is where students will watch full movies, explore its rich history, and analyze the power of music in its storytelling. This will allow students to develop a deeper appreciation for this medium!
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What's included
1 live meeting
2 hrs 35 mins in-class hours per weekClass Experience
In this film music history club, kids will watch a mix of classic and modern films. They'll learn about some of the history behind these films and discover how music enhances characters, builds tension, and even helps us understand what’s happening in a scene without words. Some concepts we'll learn about are: - leitmotifs (musical themes for characters) - orchestration (how different instruments create mood) - tempo and dynamics (how speed and volume change emotions) - rhythmic storytelling (how music follows action) We’ll also explore different musical styles, from big orchestras in old Hollywood to jazz, rock, and electronic sounds in modern films. Each session will begin with watching a film together, immersing learners in the story and its music. Afterward, we’ll have a fun and interactive discussion where kids can share their thoughts, ask questions, and explore key musical moments. We'll also learn about these musical concepts through fun activities. I’ll guide them through exciting concepts while keeping it lighthearted and engaging.
Learning Goals
Learn the definition and able to identify leitmotifs.Learn the beginning stages of orchestration and instrument identification.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
In the movies we'll be watching, there will be mild violence, mild fantasy violence, superhero violence, slapstick humor, mild peril, some scary scenes, intense action sequences, some rude behavior, some dark humor, mild language, emotional scenes, emotional themes, some insults and name-calling, and kids chewing tabacco which causes nausea.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
In this club, we'll be watching the following films from my personal library:
- The General (1926)
- The Wizard of Oz (1939)
- 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea (1954)
- Mary Poppins (1964)
- Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (1971)
- E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
- The Sandlot (1993)
- The Incredibles (2004)
- Paddington (2014)
- Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018)
Joined December, 2024
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Bachelor's Degree in Music from University of North Florida
I've taken several conducting classes and have conducted several small and large ensembles. This has aided me greatly in score studies and has helped me analyze scores for orchestras, operas, and, for fun, movies.Reviews
Live Group Class
$10
weekly1x per week
155 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-11
1-9 learners per class
