75: Composer Spotlight: Béla Bartók — A Musical Explorer of Folk and Imagination for homeschool families

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Do your kids enjoy mysterious, bold, and rule-breaking music? Then this Composer Spotlight on Béla Bartók is a must-listen!

In this episode of the Music in Our Homeschool Podcast, Gena Mayo introduces homeschool families to one of the most fascinating and influential composers of the 20th century—Béla Bartók. Known for his rhythmic intensity, unique harmonies, and love of folk music, Bartók's music opens up a whole new world of listening for students of all ages.

Gena shares Bartók’s incredible life story—from a child pianist in Hungary to a trailblazing ethnomusicologist who traveled with a phonograph to preserve folk songs. His compositions, full of surprising rhythms and dissonance, challenge traditional ideas of what music "should" sound like—making them a great fit for curious and creative homeschoolers.

🎶 You’ll discover:

• What makes Bartók’s music sound “spooky” or “strange” (and why kids love it!)
• How to explore rhythm, range, and instrumental color through his works
• Fun, zero-prep music appreciation activities for the whole family
• Listening examples perfect for fall or Halloween studies

Whether you’re brand new to classical music or a seasoned homeschool parent, this episode gives you fresh inspiration and easy ideas to make Bartók’s music come alive in your homeschool.

👉 Ready to go deeper? Access the full replay of Gena’s live lesson on Bartók—only for Music in Our Homeschool Plus Premium members!

🎧 Tune in now and let your kids experience the magic, mystery, and movement of Béla Bartók’s music.

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