VAN Academy:
Concert Spotlight

Lessons in this section are related to literature performed in specific concerts. You'll find deep dives into repertoire, experiential learning ideas, and cross-curricular connections.

Concert Spotlight Lessons

Repertoire Deep Dives

Lessons will focus on specific repertoire being performed during the Vocal Arts Nashville concert season. Explore specific repertoire, then bring your students to hear the music performed live by the fantastic singers of Vocal Arts Nashville!

Experiential Learning

Lessons will include experiential moments for students to engage with music concepts. Experiencing musical concepts provides richer learning and deeper connection to material.

Cross-Curricular Moments

Lessons can include cross-curricular opportunities. Consider pairing with your teaching colleagues across content areas to dive even deeper!

Lessons and Materials

This endeavor will be ongoing. Keep checking back as we grow this resource!

SINGularity in Bb,

by Timothy Michael Powell

This lesson aligns with our October 20, 2024 Concert, The Ways of Stars. Explore the astronomical discovery of the Perseus Black Hole, which 'sings' a Bb, and how Nashville composer Timothy Michael Powell turned that concept into a composition. This lesson plan includes cross-curricular science content (Astronomy and Physics), experiential learning in Overtone Singing, and guided listening. The lesson may be taught in small chunks over several days or delivered all at once in a single class period.