Karen – ‘Carolling’ Around the World

A Musical Journey Through Christmas Carols and Traditions

**‘Carolling’ Around the World** is a beautifully crafted Christmas music course that takes children on a delightful journey to explore the origins, composers, and history behind some of the most beloved Christmas carols. Through this unique unit study, your child will not only appreciate music but also learn valuable lessons about global Christmas traditions, music theory, reading music notes, rhythm, and much more. This course is designed to engage children with both the rich cultural heritage of Christmas carols and the technical aspects of music education.

What You Get:

• In-depth lessons on the history and origins of classic Christmas carols from around the world.
• Engaging activities such as listening to carols, learning lyrics, and musical worksheets to reinforce music theory concepts.
• A comprehensive breakdown of each carol’s composer, with quizzes and additional musical activities related to each song.
• Notebooking pages and interactive projects that enhance understanding and creativity, from sheet music to graphic design projects.

Your Instructor – Karen

Karen, a lifelong music educator, started learning music at the age of 4 from her family and has since dedicated her life to teaching music to children. With her Masters in Business Administration and a wealth of experience in both the corporate world and teaching, Karen has designed this course to ensure that every child, regardless of their background, can experience the joy of music. Her flagship program, **Teach Your Child Piano**, and her signature **Transformational Five Framework** reflect her deep understanding of music and pedagogy. This framework is structured to provide a solid foundation in music through a fun, engaging, and transformational experience.

Course Curriculum

The **‘Carolling’ Around the World** course is divided into various weeks, each focusing on a different Christmas carol. The curriculum is designed to expose students to both the historical and musical aspects of the songs, while integrating global traditions. Here’s a look at what’s included:

Week 1: Hark! the Herald Angels Sing

• Carol: Hark! the Herald Angels Sing (Listening Activities & Lyrics)
• Composer: Felix Mendelssohn
• Country: Christmas in England
• Additional Activities: Line and Space Notes, Quiz

Week 2: While Shepherds Watched

• Carol: While Shepherds Watched (Listening Activities & Lyrics)
• Composer: Nahum Tate
• Country: Christmas in the Philippines
• Additional Activities: Learn Your Way Around the Keyboard, Quiz

Week 3: The Holly and the Ivy

• Carol: The Holly and the Ivy (Listening Activities & Lyrics)
• Composer: Traditional
• Country: Christmas in South Africa
• Additional Activities: Treble Clef Line Notes, Quiz

Week 4: Joy to the World

• Carol: Joy to the World (Listening Activities & Lyrics)
• Composer: George Frederick Handel
• Country: Christmas in Germany
• Additional Activities: Joy to the World Sheet Music, Quiz

Week 5: O Holy Night

• Carol: O Holy Night (Listening Activities & Lyrics)
• Composer: Placide Cappeau de Roquemaure
• Country: Christmas in France
• Additional Activities: Treble Clef Space Notes, Quiz

Week 6: Once in Royal David’s City

• Carol: Once in Royal David’s City (Listening Activities & Lyrics)
• Composer: Cecil Alexander
• Country: Christmas in Ireland
• Additional Activities: Bass Clef Line Notes, Quiz

Week 7: Silent Night

• Carol: Silent Night (Listening Activities & Lyrics)
• Composer: Josef Mohr
• Country: Christmas in Austria
• Additional Activities: Silent Night Sheet Music, Quiz

Why Choose ‘Carolling’ Around the World?

This course is designed to engage children through the magic of Christmas carols, while teaching them essential music theory, history, and traditions from around the globe. With Karen’s thoughtful approach and structured learning framework, children will not only have fun but gain a deeper understanding of music. The course’s **Transformational Five Framework** ensures that each lesson is grounded in **sight reading**, **ear training**, **composition**, **rhythm**, and **music theory** to help young learners develop a strong musical foundation.

Whether you’re a homeschooling parent or a music educator, **‘Carolling’ Around the World** provides you with all the resources needed to create a well-rounded, engaging music curriculum. With clear instructions, worksheet activities, and quizzes, the course takes the guesswork out of teaching music and helps children enjoy the process of learning through song.

Get Started with ‘Carolling’ Around the World Today!

Join **Karen’s ‘Carolling’ Around the World** and inspire your child to discover the joy of music while exploring the rich cultural traditions of Christmas. Perfect for homeschool families, this course offers an engaging way to integrate music education into your daily lessons.