Music Appreciation in Video Games
Join us as we study the amazing minds that brought about the music from various games like Zelda, Mario, Minecraft, Pokemon and more! This is a great class for kids who love gaming and want to learn more about music.
What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hours per weekProjects
1 hour per week. Every week, one or two students will be chosen to do a mini-project on the song of their choice. What they do for their project will be entirely up to them. They will just need to let the teacher know a few days before class what song they choose.Class Experience
US Grade 4 - 7
Beginner Level
👋 If you're using Outschool for the first time, you can use coupon code MISSDEVYN20 for a $20 credit toward any class! 🚀 Class Description: Dive into the world of video game music in this exciting and interactive Music Appreciation class! Each week, we'll journey through the soundscapes of various games, discovering the composers who bring these virtual worlds to life. From epic orchestral scores to catchy chiptunes, we’ll explore how music enhances storytelling, sets the mood, and creates unforgettable gaming experiences. In this class, students will get the opportunity to showcase their favorite video game music through a fun and engaging show-and-tell session. They’ll select a song they love, share it with the class, and explain what makes it special to them. We'll also work on mini-projects where students will research the game, the composer behind the music, and why the song resonates with them. By the end of this course, students will have a deeper appreciation for the art of video game music and the talented composers who create it. This class is perfect for young gamers who want to explore music in a unique and engaging way! 📝 What to Expect: Weekly discussions on different video game music and composers Interactive show-and-tell sessions where students present their favorite game music Mini-projects exploring games, musicians, and the impact of their work A supportive environment that fosters creativity and a love for music 🥳 Small Class Sizes: Our smaller class sizes guarantee quality attention given to each individual! Rather than getting lost inside a giant class or being isolated inside a Zoom breakout room, our teachers get to know every individual, and learners are given a chance to form true bonds of friendship. 🍎 Teacher Expertise: Both of our teachers have spent many years in the classroom teaching music appreciation, music theory, and music composition. They both received Bachelor's degrees in Music Education. If your child is interested in a 1:1 class with either Mr. Rizer or Miss Julie, please send us a message. See a full profile for all of our teachers here (copy and paste the link into your browser): https://bit.ly/VGUMeetTheTeachers
Learning Goals
Develop a deeper understanding of the role of music in their favorite video games. They will also learn to appreciate different styles and approaches to music.
Expand their knowledge about music by using video games as a fun and unique way to approach the subject
Other Details
Learning Needs
All students are welcome in our classes. Every single teacher has experience teaching students with diverse learning needs.
Pre-Requisites
There are no pre-requisites for this class.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Teacher expertise and credentials
3 teachers have teaching certificates
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
New Jersey Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
5 teachers have a Bachelor's degree
Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics from University of Calgary
Bachelor's Degree in English from Brigham Young University - Idaho
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Bachelor's Degree in English from Brigham Young University - Idaho
Bachelor's Degree in Education from Miami University
1 teacher has an Associate's degree
Associate's Degree from Elgin Community College
Associate's Degree from College of Dupage
Both of our teachers have spent many years in the classroom teaching music appreciation, music theory, and music composition. They both received Bachelor's degrees in Music Education.
If your child is interested in a 1:1 class with either Mr. Rizer or Miss Julie, please send us a message.
See a full profile for all of our teachers here (copy and paste the link into your browser): https://bit.ly/VGUMeetTheTeachers
Reviews
Live Group Class
$20
weekly1x per week
50 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 9-13
2-6 learners per class