Busy Kids Love Music Podcast

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Busy Kids Love Music is a podcast for the whole family, brought to you by Carly Seifert, the creator of Busy Kids Do Piano. Join Carly as she explores musical styles, composers and terms. You'll listen to loads of great music on the way!

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The United States Marine Corps Drum & Bugle Corps is a renowned military musical unit that performs at official ceremonies, parades, and public events. It is known for its precision, discipline, and musical excellence, serving as a musical ambassador for the Marine Corps and the United States.
The West Point Band is the U.S. Military Academy's official musical organization, providing musical support for the Army, the Academy, and the nation. It is one of the oldest professional musical organizations in the United States, with a history dating back to 1817, and is known for its versatility and high-quality performances.
The United States Marine Band, known as 'The President's Own,' is the premier musical organization of the United States Marine Corps. Established in 1798, it is the oldest professional musical organization in the United States and performs at official functions of the President and the Department of the Navy, as well as concerts and public events nationwide.

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0:00 5:52

Taps

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Carly Seifert
Guests
USMC Drum & Bugle Corps West Point Band The Presidents Own U.S. Marine Band
Keywords
Taps Memorial Day American music Civil War Bugle Military honor Remembrance Folk music

As we approach Memorial Day in the United States, this episode honors one of the most poignant and powerful pieces of American music — Taps. Although this bugle call is only 24 notes long, it carries deep meaning and emotion, used to honor those who have served and sacrificed in the military.

In this episode, you and your young listeners will:

  • Discover the origins of Taps during the Civil War.

  • Learn about the bugle and how it was used to signal soldiers throughout the day.

  • Hear different performances of Taps, including from Arlington National Cemetery.

  • Reflect on how a simple melody can express gratitude, peace, and remembrance without a single word.

🎧 Musical excerpts featured:

📝 Mentioned in this episode:
Visit this link for a short playlist of a few full-length performances of Taps

🎶 What’s Next:
Join me in two weeks as we launch our Around the World with Busy Kids Love Music summer series! We’ll explore folk music traditions from across the globe — and your child can collect printable passport stamps along the way!

0:00 8:56

May Flowers

Hosts
Carly Seifert
Keywords
classical music flowers spring Waltz of the Flowers Voices of Spring Flower Duet

Welcome back to Busy Kids Love Music! In today’s episode, we’re celebrating the blossoming beauty of spring with classical music inspired by flowers! This episode is the perfect follow-up to our April Showers adventure, and it’s all about music that captures the feeling of blooming gardens, delicate petals, and peaceful springtime scenes.

🌸 Here’s what we’re listening to today:

  • Waltz of the Flowers by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky – A graceful dance from The Nutcracker ballet that brings a garden of twirling flowers to life.

  • Voices of Spring (Frühlingsstimmen) by Johann Strauss II – A joyful waltz celebrating the arrival of spring, with sparkling melodies and fluttering flutes. (Psst… you’ll recognize the opening from the podcast theme!)

  • Flower Duet from Lakmé by Léo Delibes – A stunning vocal duet that transports us to a peaceful riverside garden, blooming with flowers and calm.

🌷 Imagination Prompts:
As you listen, picture yourself surrounded by colorful blossoms, dancing petals, and chirping birds. What does the music feel like? What colors or movements do you imagine?

🎨 Extras for Today’s Episode:

📣 Reminder: This episode airs during Busy Kids Do Piano’s spring public enrollment period! Learn more about how to join before May 15th by visiting busykidsdopiano.com/membership or busymomsdopiano.com/membership.

Thanks for joining me for this beautiful musical bouquet! I’ll see you next time with a brand-new episode.

0:00 7:56

Music for Our Planet

Hosts
Carly Seifert
Keywords
Earth Day nature Beethoven Pastoral Symphony Smetana The Moldau John Luther Adams Become Ocean music environment

Happy Earth Day! Today, we’re celebrating our beautiful planet the best way we know how—through music! 🎶 For centuries, composers have found inspiration in nature, and in this episode, we’re exploring three stunning pieces that bring the sounds of the Earth to life.

🎼 Featured Music:
Beethoven’s "Pastoral Symphony" – A joyful musical journey through the countryside, filled with singing birds, flowing streams, and even a thunderstorm!
Smetana’s "The Moldau" – A breathtaking piece that follows the journey of a mighty river as it winds through forests, villages, and castles.
John Luther Adams' "Become Ocean" – A modern, atmospheric work that captures the vastness and movement of the deep blue sea.

Your Turn! After listening, step outside and create your own "Earth Symphony" using the sounds of nature around you. Can you hum like the wind, tap like raindrops, or play an instrument to mimic the outdoors?

More Music: Want to listen to the full recordings of the pieces from this episode? Find them in our special playlist by clicking here.

🌍 Let’s celebrate Earth Day by listening, creating, and caring for our planet! 💚

📆 Next Episode: I’ll be back in two weeks with more musical fun—see you then!

0:00 7:15

April Showers

Hosts
Carly Seifert
Keywords
classical music rain Frédéric Chopin Claude Debussy Eric Whitacre musical styles

 "April showers bring May flowers!" This common saying reminds us that rainy days lead to beautiful spring blooms. In this episode of Busy Kids Love Music, we’re exploring three classical pieces that capture the sound and feeling of rain. From gentle drizzles to powerful storms, these composers found incredible ways to bring rain to life through music.

🎵 Music Featured in This Episode:
1️⃣ "Raindrop" Prelude – Frédéric Chopin

  • Listen for the repeating note that sounds like steady raindrops.
  • Did you know Chopin may have been inspired by a real rainstorm while staying at an old monastery?

2️⃣ "Gardens in the Rain" – Claude Debussy

  • A fast, playful piece that feels like a sudden spring rainstorm.
  • Debussy even weaves in snippets of old French nursery rhymes—can you hear them?

3️⃣ "Cloudburst" – Eric Whitacre

  • A musical journey through a thunderstorm, featuring voices whispering, fingers snapping, and hands clapping to create the sound of rain!

🌟 Listen & Learn:
Want to hear the full performances of these pieces? I've put together a special YouTube playlist so you can enjoy them all week long!

Find the link here:  https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLfKdW5enb0-VYOFZa_JGa5Vw6-m8FnwtW&si=7MPTAA8OYH0lxXKY

Join me again in two weeks for another musical adventure! Until then, listen closely to the world around you—you never know what might inspire your next favorite melody. 

0:00 7:30

Sonata Form

Hosts
Carly Seifert
Keywords
sonata classical music Mozart Beethoven Haydn exposition development recapitulation

Hi friends! Have you ever wondered what makes a sonata different from other pieces of music? In today’s episode, we’re diving into the world of sonatas—one of the most important forms in classical music!

You’ll learn:
✅ What the word "sonata" means and where it comes from
✅ How composers like Mozart, Beethoven, and Haydn used a special structure called sonata form
✅ How to listen for the exposition, development, and recapitulation in famous sonatas

🎧 We’ll explore examples from Mozart’s “Easy Sonata,” Beethoven’s “Moonlight Sonata,” and more! Listen closely and follow along as we break down the form of these timeless masterpieces.

🎵 Download the Free "Sonata Roadmap" Worksheet!

I’ve created a fun printable worksheet to help you map out sonata form while you listen. Grab your free download by clicking here.

🎼 Listen Along with Our Sonata Playlist!

Want to explore more beautiful sonatas? I’ve put together a special Sonata Playlist so you can hear this form in action. Click here to listen to the playlist.

💡 Challenge: As you listen to a sonata, try to identify when the exposition ends, when the development begins, and when the recapitulation brings everything back together. It’s like following a musical treasure map! 🗺️🎶

Thanks for tuning in to Busy Kids Love Music! Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss our next episode. Until next time, keep listening and keep learning!

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