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Composers for Student Musicians Collection – Printable Slides

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Description

Introduce your students to the composers behind the music they actually play! This collection features composers who have written some of the most recognizable and beginner-friendly pieces, from Beethoven’s "Ode to Joy" to Offenbach’s "Can-Can"—plus works by living composers like Richard Meyer, Soon Hee Newbold, Brian Balmages, and John Williams.

Perfect for young musicians, this set helps students connect the dots between famous melodies and their composers, showing them that great music comes from both the past and present.

A must-have resource for any music teacher who wants to expand their students' appreciation for the composers shaping their musical journey!

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 template—so you can create additional composer posters to match the set

How to Use This Material

📌 Guess the Composer – Play a melody and see if students can match it to the composer before revealing fun facts about them!
📌 Then & Now – Compare classical composers with modern ones—what’s changed, and what’s stayed the same?
📌 Music in Action – Let students listen to a piece, play a version of it, and learn about the composer all in one lesson!
📌 Composer of the Month – Feature a different composer each month and explore their influence on today’s music!
📌 Movie Magic – Introduce film composers like John Williams and discuss how orchestral music is still shaping the way we experience sound today!

❤️ 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 ✨

Composers for Student Musicians Collection – Printable Slides

"My students LOVED making the connection between famous melodies and real composers! It was like a lightbulb moment for them!"

Emily S., Band Director

Composers for Student Musicians Collection – Printable Slides

"This resource is a game-changer! It makes composers feel real and relevant to my students. Now, they actually remember who wrote their music!"

Jason R., Orchestra Teacher

Composers for Student Musicians Collection – Printable Slides

"It’s so fun watching my students go, ‘Ohhh, that’s who wrote that!’ It’s engaging, easy to use, and makes music history come alive!"

Sarah 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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