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Asian and Pacific Islander Composers Collection: Celebrating Musical Voices from the East – Printable Slides

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Description

Music is created and celebrated across the globe, and this collection highlights influential Asian and Pacific Islander composers who have made a lasting impact on classical, film, and contemporary music. From traditional influences to cutting-edge innovation, these composers bring a rich and diverse perspective to the musical world.

🎼 Featured composers include:
🎬 Tan Dun – Academy Award-winning composer blending Eastern and Western styles
🎻 Bright Sheng – Fusing Chinese folk traditions with orchestral music
🎸 Anoushka Shankar – Sitar virtuoso and contemporary fusion artist
🎼 Shinichi Suzuki – Founder of the Suzuki Method, revolutionizing music education
🎶 Toru Takemitsu – Visionary composer of film and avant-garde music
🎮 Koji Kondo – The legendary composer behind Nintendo’s most iconic soundtracks

Perfect for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, music appreciation lessons, or year-round exploration, this collection introduces students to groundbreaking composers whose works have shaped music worldwide.

Inclusions

✅ Printable composer posters (color & greyscale-friendly)
✅ Flexible display options—use for bulletin boards, music history lessons, or classroom décor
✅ Multiple sizes—print standard sheets or enlarge to 11x17 landscape posters
✅ Customizable templateso you can create additional composer posters to match the set

How to Use This Material

🎶 Project slides before class to introduce composers & discuss their influence

🎶 Print & display for a bulletin board or composer spotlight

🎶 Pair with listening activities to explore diverse musical traditions

❤️ Why You'll Love It:

🎶 Engages students with diverse musical role models

🙋🏻‍♂️ Encourages curiosity—students love asking about the composers!

📚 Versatile & easy to use—perfect for daily inspiration or monthly celebrations

Watch this video to see why you should have a Composer Collection in your classroom!

Watch this video to see why you should have a Composer Collection in your classroom!

What Teachers Are Saying ✨

Asian and Pacific Islander Composers Collection: Celebrating Musical Voices from the East – Printable Slides

"This collection is an eye-opener for my students! They were amazed to discover the diverse contributions of Asian and Pacific Islander composers."

Mei L., High School Music Teacher

Asian and Pacific Islander Composers Collection: Celebrating Musical Voices from the East – Printable Slides

"I love that this resource connects students to music from different cultures and time periods. It’s been so rewarding to watch my students learn about composers they never knew existed!"

Will T., Orchestra Director

Asian and Pacific Islander Composers Collection: Celebrating Musical Voices from the East – Printable Slides

"The depth of this collection has been incredible for my students' appreciation of world music. It’s not just about the composers—they’re learning about different traditions and how music shapes culture!"

Jalen M., General Music Educator

5 Quick Ways to Highlight Composer Diversity

In this video, you’ll learn how to use the Composer Slides to make your teaching more fun and interesting for your students!

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if I have trouble with a download or didn’t receive my email?

If you experience any issues with a download or haven’t received your email, please reach out to me at lyda@musicboxeducation.com. Let me know what happened, and I’ll personally make sure everything gets sorted out for you!

What are the terms of use?

All downloads are licensed for use by a single teacher only. If you'd like to share with colleagues, please purchase additional licenses or refer them to my website to get their own copy. Thank you for respecting my work and supporting the creation of more high-quality resources for music education! 

Can I get a folk song - or any of the music - in a different key?

Absolutely! Just let me know what key you need, and I’ll send you the file in that key.

Does the More than 202 Composer Collection include all people groups? 

Yes! This collection features composers from a wide range of backgrounds—and even more than you might expect! There's a full list of the composers I selected, but one of the best parts of this collection is that you can add your own composers to make it even more personalized.  

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