Music Education Resources

Feel free to use these resources for personal use.

Please get permission from the PVS office for any other use (classroom distribution, etc.).

WHAT IS A SYMPHONY?

The student workbook What’s is a Symphony?, developed and written by former PVS Administrative Manager, former PVS Board President and current PVS violist Judy Hudson, is a workbook for fourth-graders that introduces the concept of a symphony and takes them through its history.

Download "What is a Symphony?"

MUSIC THROUGH THE AGES

Music Through the Ages is an introduction to music history written by former PVS Board President Jack Ramey, and designed by former PVS chorister Lynn Nichols. This beginner’s text surveys classical music from the Renaissance through today.

Download "Music Through the Ages"

WHAT'S IN AN ORCHESTRA?

The student workbook What’s in an Orchestra?, developed and written by former PVS Administrative Manager, former PVS Board President and current PVS violist Judy Hudson, is a kid-friendly introduction to the instruments of the orchestra. It includes concert etiquette tips and a number of fun projects.

Download "What’s in an Orchestra?"