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Clap for Classics!

Elizabeth Nixon

79 episodes

Clap for Classics! is a joyful music education podcast for kids ages 2–8. Join Ms. Elizabeth and Forte the Lion as they explore the magic of classical music through singing, movement, storytelling, and playful learning.

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Each episode features fun, age-appropriate activities that introduce musical concepts, composers, and instruments in a way that’s engaging for toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary kids. Parents will love the rich educational content woven into every musical moment—and the opportunity to make meaningful, musical memories together.

Whether you’re a music-loving family, a homeschooler, or just looking for a screen-free way to keep little ones entertained and learning, Clap for Classics! makes classical music fun, accessible, and memorable.

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  1. 28. Vivaldi's "Autumn" Party

    · 13 min

    For this activity you can grab some rhythm sticks, a scarf, and a pillow! We’ll be enjoying Vivaldi’s “Autumn” the whole first movement. I think you’ll be pleasantly surprised at how much fun you and your kids will…

  2. 27. Beethoven's 5th: a Dragon Story

    · 17 min

    Happy Classical Music Month! We are sharing one of our very favorite classical music activities with you, Beethoven’s 5th: a Dragon Story. We made up our own story inspired by the beginning of Beethoven’s 5th Symphony.…

  3. 26. This Little Light of Mine

    · 8:00

    Today’s podcast features my friend Adeline, and a wonderful song: “This Little Light of Mine”. This little light of mine (tap knees), I’m gonna let it shine, (arms: up down up down) This little light of mine, I’m…

  4. 25. Hi Ho the Rattlin' Bog

    · 8:07

    Today’s podcast is a fast, fun song from the wetlands of Ireland! Grab an egg shaker and get ready to learn “Hi Ho the Rattlin’ Bog” with me and my young friend Calvin. Grab the free printable that accompanies this…

  5. 24. Row Row Row Your Boat

    · 5:39

    Today’s podcast is short, sweet, and familiar! My friend Evelyn and I share Row Row Row Your Boat with some fun and silliness! Hopefully this sparks your creativity to write some more silly verses. We use our…

  6. 23. A Musical Boat Ride With Handel

    · 11 min

    Today we’ll be listening to and learning about a famous piece of music by George Frideric Handel, part of his iconic "Water Music". Grab some rhythm sticks and the free printable if you’d like to extend the activity…

  7. 22. Gershwin's Rhapsody on Burger and Fries

    · 11 min

    Join Ms. Elizabeth, Wilder, and Riff the Pig as we share a wonderful piece of music from american composer George Gershwin. Grab some rhythm sticks and our free printable to extend this activity. The printable…

  8. 21. Tortuga Concha: call and response song

    · 9:58

    Learn this fun call and response song from El Salvador! Ms. Elizabeth and Abbey will teach a few words in spanish and then introduce a fun way to sing this song Tortuga Concha, it’s time to sing No tengo manos, no…

  9. 20. Familiar Favorites With a Twist

    · 15 min

    If you have rhythm sticks you might want to grab them for this episode. In today’s episode we demonstrate a bunch of fun ways to put a twist on any simple song that you sing with your child. We hope this will give you…

  10. 19. Peter and the Wolf: Meet the Characters

    · 20 min

    Let’s meet the characters and the instruments in Peter and the Wolf. We take our time and talk about Peter, the Cat and Grandpa to give you a little taste of the fun of this wonderful symphonic fairy tale. Grab 3 free…

  11. 18. A Happy King, a Busy Hen and a Sleeping Princess

    · 22 min

    In this episode we share 3 activities that come from our Fairy Tale Course inside of our All Access Membership. Grab a drum and some rhythm sticks and let’s enjoy these musical stories together. Old King Cole: for…

  12. 17. Bo Peep, Black Sheep and Bach: 3 Nursery rhymes and a calm classical piece

    · 16 min

    Click here to grab your free Sheep lesson plan that includes songs and lyrics for the songs we’ve shared, a Mary Had a Little Lamb printable as well as a bunch of extension ideas to keep the learning going beyond the…

  13. 16. Springtime, seeds, and butterflies.

    · 20 min

    Today’s episode is a sneak peek into our Four Seasons: Music and More Spring Curriculum! We share 4 different audio clips from our music, art, poetry, and STEM sections. We know you'll love these nature-themed…

  14. 15. Let's explore the beautiful earth with our 5 senses.

    · 14 min

    Come and celebrate the beauties of the earth through music! You don’t need any extra props for today’s episode, just press play and enjoy! Musical Selections included in today’s episode: Go In and Out the Window:…

  15. 14. Eggs, eggs, and more eggs.

    · 14 min

    Have you grabbed our 5 Under 5 Musical Play Series yet? Sign up and we’ll send you 5 days of musical fun for you and your little one in under 5 minutes each day. We share some of our favorite musical activities that…

  16. 13. All about birds: a nursery rhyme, folk song and Vivaldi!

    · 21 min

    If you’d like to help your little ones develop an appreciation for classical music, make musical memories with your family, enjoy flexibility of an at-home program, and learn right alongside your kiddos, come join us…

  17. 12. Let's Move and Rhyme

    · 14 min

    In this episode we introduce you to a few activities from our free “5 Under 5” musical play resource we created for you. We’ll be sharing 3 of our favorite songs and activities: 1. Baby Kangaroo: a Clap for Classics!…

  18. 11. A Musical Trip to Outer Space

    · 16 min

    Do you have a little one who loves space? You won’t want to miss this episode that is out of this world! In this episode we share 4 musical activities and a free printable! 1. A nursery rhyme song about the man in…

  19. 10. This is the Way We Tap Our Sticks

    · 15 min

    Grab some rhythm sticks (or 2 wooden spoons, or 2 blocks, etc) and let’s learn about beat and rhythm with Ms. Elizabeth and Forte the Lion! Let’s explore the many ways we can play with one of our favorite instruments…

  20. 9. Bouncy Chickens and a Graceful Swan: Staccato/Legato

    · 14 min

    Grab a scarf or clear some space to move your body while you learn about the difference between staccato and legato with Ms. Elizabeth and Forte. We’ll be experiencing this musical concept with our voices and with our…

  21. 8. Pots and Pans Percussion

    · 16 min

    Join Ms. Elizabeth and Forte as we use pots and pans and kitchen utensils to make music! We begin the episode by gathering some kitchen items to use as percussion instruments. Gather a variety of sizes and materials:…

  22. 7. Get To Know The String Family

    · 12 min

    Let’s learn about the string family of the orchestra! We will meet each member of the string family, learn about how the instruments make sound, and hear a beautiful example of each instrument from our professional…

  23. 6. Black History Month: a musical celebration

    · 14 min

    It is February, and it is Black History Month! Today we’re sharing music we love by black artists of the 20th century. 1. Hello, by Ella Jenkins Hello hello hello and how are you I’m fine I’m fine and I hope that…

  24. 5. Love Songs for Little Ones

    · 15 min

    This is an episode with love songs for our little ones. We include one folk song, one Clap for Classics! original song, and the beautiful Waltz from Tchaikovsky's ballet, Sleeping Beauty. Love Somebody This is an…

  25. 4. Nursery Rhymes with Presto and Adagio

    · 17 min

    Join Ms. Elizabeth and Forte the Lion while they share two favorite nursery rhyme activities and two movements from Bizet’s Jeux D’Enfants or Children’s Games. We begin by practicing steady beat and learning 1,2,…

  26. 3. What Kind of Bird are You?: A Peter and the Wolf Sneak Peek

    · 14 min

    Today we’re sharing a tiny peek into one of our very favorite classical pieces, Peter and the Wolf! We will meet the bird and the duck and learn about the flute and the oboe (the instruments that represent those…

  27. 2. The Cuckoo and a Quiet Cat

    · 10 min

    FIRST! We’ve got a free printable that you might want to grab for your little one to use to play with while listening to this episode. There are images of the two instruments we’ll be listening to as well as a visual…

  28. 1. Let's Make Forte Sounds Together!

    · 10 min

    Forte the Lion takes center stage in this episode while we learn about the musical term of Forte. We’ll also practice keeping a steady beat, so be sure to grab something to drum on if you can, you can also just tap…

  29. 0. Introducing.... a brand new music podcast for young kids!

    · 1:48 · Trailer

    Join Ms. Elizabeth and her sidekick Forte the Lion as they share what to expect from this podcast! Here you'll find engaging and educational music activities for young kids ages 2-6. During each episode you and your…

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