Music History: The Baroque Period
Understand Johann Sebastian Bach's life and musical contributions
Recognize Bach's dedication to creating music for God's glory
Develop appreciation for Baroque musical style
“Praise him with the sound of the trumpet. Praise him with the psaltery and harp! Praise him with tambourine and dancing. Praise him with stringed instruments and pipes! Praise him with loud cymbals. Praise him with resounding cymbals!”
— Psalm 150:3-5 (WEB)Demonstrates how music can be used to praise and glorify God, just as Bach believed
Welcome to today's BibleMouse music exploration! Yesterday, we learned about the Baroque period, and today we'll meet one of its most incredible composers.
Johann Sebastian Bach was a devoted Christian composer who believed every piece of music should honor God. He wrote 'S.D.G.' (Soli Deo Gloria - 'Glory to God Alone') on many of his musical compositions.
Students will create a visual journal representing Bach's music and faith while listening to his compositions
Simpler: Draw simple shapes and colors representing the music
Challenge: Research and include specific details about Bach's life in the journal
Reflect on how music can be a form of worship
Coming up: Tomorrow, we'll explore George Frideric Handel and his famous 'Messiah' oratorio!
Bach was a deeply religious composer who saw music as a divine gift
Children might find classical music challenging to appreciate
Engagement with music, curiosity about composer's life