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Johannes Brahms

Composer Study is simple. Pick a composer to listen to over some time. Every once in a  while, play a composition by him or her. Listen to it. Think and talk about it. This month, we are listening to compositions by Johannes Brahms. Pieces by Composer:  1. Variations on a theme of Haydn Op 56a https://youtu.be/PeYEcZQvBkU  … Continue reading Johannes Brahms

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Edgar Degas

Picture Study is simple. Look at the picture with your children for a few minutes, and then talk about what you saw. Try to remember as much about the piece as you can. Enjoy the beauty of it. Art is not a chore; it’s a pleasure.  We’ve chosen some works by Edgar Degas for this … Continue reading Edgar Degas

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Philosophies and Methods

Jump to the Methods In the modern world, the realm of education and teaching methods spark controversy in many circles.  Teaching methods can cause rifts in parenting groups, bring control from government institutions, and even kill you!  Don’t believe us?  Take a look at Socrates, who was executed for “corrupting the youth” (teaching his students to … Continue reading Philosophies and Methods

Calming Homeschool Overwhelm

Homeschool is wonderful! There is nothing better than getting to teach your own children. Better yet, as a believer, you are able to teach your little ones about God and His world. Despite the wonders of homeschooling, many mothers become overwhelmed. This overwhelming feeling zaps the joy out of homeschooling and may make families second-guess … Continue reading Calming Homeschool Overwhelm

Samuel Taylor Coleridge

Poetry is a simple thing to enjoy. Pick a poet. Read a poem for the enjoyment of it. Listen to the rhythm of the words. Hear the music in them. We’ve picked a few poems by Samuel Taylor Coleridge to share with you this month. Biography Samuel Taylor Coleridge was a Romantic poet who lived from 1772-1834 in … Continue reading Samuel Taylor Coleridge

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Amazing Grace

Hymns are beautiful truths poetically told, hung on a rhythm, and held in a melody. This makes them memorable. Hymn study is extremely simple. Sing the hymn once a day. We’ve provided links to different versions to enjoy and a link to download the sheet music for the hymn. Some of this year’s selections are … Continue reading Amazing Grace

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Franz Liszt

Composer Study is simple. Pick a composer to listen to over a period of time. Every once in a  while, play a composition by him or her. Listen to it. Think and talk about it. This month, we are listening to compositions by Franz Liszt. Biography:   Franz Liszt was a composer and teacher and … Continue reading Franz Liszt

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Simple Beauty Europeans: January

Here are the links to our suggestions for beautiful things for January, with a focus on beautiful words, sounds, and places that are old and beautiful and a focus on European artists, composers, and English poets, as well as a classic hymn and some beautiful Bodies of Water. Back to Simple Beauty Page

Eugene Delacroix

Picture Study is simple. Look at the picture with your children for a few minutes, and then talk about what you saw. Try to remember as much about the piece as you can. Enjoy the beauty of it. Art is not a chore; it’s a pleasure.  We’ve chosen some works by Eugène Delacroix for this … Continue reading Eugene Delacroix

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