RoadTrip USA
February's Destination:
Washington, D.C.
During February, we're studying John Philip Sousa and his marches, as well as songs of the U.S. military.
Activity 1: Learn about John Philip Sousa
Listen to a short radio program to learn more about American composer John Philip Sousa (1854-1932.) Click on the link to access the Classics for Kids Sousa programs.
Classics for Kids: Sousa shows
To receive your mu$ic money, write the number of the program (1-4) on your practice plan and have mom or dad sign. (6 minutes=$3)
Activity 2: Listen to famous Sousa Marches
The Washington Post
To receive your mu$ic money, write "Washington Post" on your practice plan and have mom or dad sign. (3 minute=$3)
"The Stars & Stripes Forever"
To receive your mu$ic money, write "Stars & Stripes Forever" on your practice plan and have mom or dad sign. (3 minutes=$5)
Activity 3: Listen to U.S. military songs
U.S. Marine Hymn "From the Halls of Montezuma"
Sousa conducted the U.S. Marine band. Here is the Marine hymn (not composed by Sousa.)
To receive your mu$ic money, write "Marine" on your practice plan and have mom or dad sign. (2 1/2 minutes=$3)
U.S. Army "The Caisson Song"
To receive your mu$ic money, write "Army" on your practice plan and have mom or dad sign. (3 minutes=$3)
U. S. Navy "Anchors Aweigh"
To receive your mu$ic money, write "Navy" on your practice plan and have mom or dad sign. (1 minute=$3)
U.S. Air Force "Wild Blue Yonder"
To receive your mu$ic money, write "Air Force" on your practice plan and have mom or dad sign. (1 minute=$3)
Activity 4: Listen to the President's march
"Hail to the Chief" is a march that honors the president of the United States (who, of course, lives in the White House in Washington, D.C.) This march is played at special state functions to signal the president's arrival. In this video, watch U.S. Army Band herald trumpet perform.
To receive your mu$ic money, write "Chief" on your practice plan and have mom or dad sign. (1 minute=$3)
