Yime does fly; tomorrow night is already Christmas Eve! Since you've been learning about different carols these past few weeks, it's time to put your knowledge to the test by taking this Christmas Music Trivia quiz. How well do you know your Christmas carols?
Composer of the Day
Gyorgy Ligeti was one of the prominent Hungarian composers of the post-war period who developed a music style called "micropolyphony." One of his major compositions wherein he used this technique is in "Atmosphères." The said composition was featured in the 1968 movie "2001: A Space Odyssey" directed by Stanley Kubrick.
Today in Music History
On this day in 1942, the song "White Christmas" by Bing Crosby was on top of the Billboard Pop chart. This song remains one of the most popular and best-selling Christmas songs ever written. Many versions of "White Christmas" has since been recorded, but Crosby's rendition remains a favorite.
Suggested Stocking Stuffer
Movies/Films About Music and Musicians - There are many great films about music that have been made over the years. Some are based on the lives of musicians, others center on the struggles of a fictional character who want to become a musician. Here are some movies worth checking out.
Inside the Music Education Blogosphere
This was posted yesterday by Alexandra Gallant on her "The Misadventures of A First Year Music Teacher blog, but I wanted to highlight it because the topic she talked about is something we all can benefit from. Find out what it is by visiting her blog.
