Compose Yourself Musical

Compose Yourself! Musical for Grades 3-8

What if your students could meet some of the greatest composers in music history? In Compose Yourself!, they can! This entertaining and educational musical introduces young performers to the music, personalities, and styles of legendary composers while making classical music approachable, memorable, and fun.

As a group of modern-day students encounters famous composers from the past, audiences are taken on a musical journey through the worlds of Mozart, Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, and Strauss. Along the way, students discover how these musical giants helped shape the music we enjoy today while exploring connections between classical masterpieces and contemporary musical styles.

Filled with humor, memorable songs, and engaging educational content, Compose Yourself! is an outstanding cross-curricular resource that combines music appreciation, music history, and performance into one exciting production.

Whether you're teaching a music history unit, introducing students to classical composers, or looking for a unique educational musical, Compose Yourself! offers an entertaining way to make music history come alive.

Why Teachers Love Compose Yourself!

• Perfect for grades 3-8
• Approximately 40-minute running time
• Introduces students to famous classical composers
• Excellent music appreciation resource
• Combines education and entertainment
• Supports music history curriculum
• Features memorable songs and engaging dialogue
• Ideal for concerts, assemblies, and music education programs

Featured Composers

• Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
• Johann Sebastian Bach
• Ludwig van Beethoven
• Johannes Brahms
• Johann Strauss

Featured Songs

• Can You Hear?
• Come Waltz With Me
• Composer Rap
• A Fairly Friendly Fugue
• Hello Everybody
• Lullaby
• A Mostly Mozart Morning

A Fun Introduction to Classical Music

Many students are familiar with popular music but have limited exposure to classical composers. Compose Yourself! helps bridge that gap by presenting music history through storytelling, humor, and performance. Students learn important musical concepts while actively participating in the experience.

Educational Benefits

• Supports music appreciation curriculum
• Introduces classical music history
• Teaches composer identification and styles
• Reinforces listening skills
• Develops singing and performance abilities
• Builds confidence through public performance
• Creates meaningful connections between music and history

Perfect for Music Education Programs

This musical works especially well for music appreciation units, National Music in Our Schools Month celebrations, fine arts programs, classroom performances, and school concerts. It provides a memorable way to reinforce concepts that students may otherwise only encounter in textbooks.

Kit Includes

• Teacher's Guide
• 10 Student Scripts
• Performance/Accompaniment CD
• Complete Script
• Production Resources
• Music Education Materials

Compose Yourself! Frequently Asked Questions

What grades is Compose Yourself! designed for?

The musical is recommended for students in grades 3-8.

How long is the performance?

The complete production runs approximately 40 minutes.

Which composers are featured in the musical?

Students meet Mozart, Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, and Strauss while learning about their musical contributions and styles.

Is Compose Yourself! a music appreciation program?

Yes. The musical was specifically designed to introduce students to classical composers and music history in an engaging and memorable way.

Does the musical teach music history?

Absolutely. Students learn about important composers, musical styles, and historical influences while participating in the performance.

Do students need prior knowledge of classical music?

No. The show serves as an introduction and makes classical music accessible to students of all experience levels.

Can Compose Yourself! support classroom curriculum?

Yes. The production aligns naturally with music appreciation, music history, composer studies, and fine arts education.

What materials are included in the kit?

The kit includes the Teacher's Guide, 10 student scripts, Performance/Accompaniment CD, and production materials.