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Music Blocks
by Colorado Public Radio
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Latest daily rankings: Oct 27. New rankings will appear after the next update.
Recent history only — this show has no current ranking on the Kids & Family chart. These are recorded positions from the last 14 days, not current rankings.
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| Date | Combined Rank | Apple Podcasts |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 27 | — | — |
| Oct 15 | #184 | #185 |
| Oct 14 | #190 | #191 |
Latest episodes
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It's Electric!
October 24, 2023 · 7 minElectronic instruments like synthesizers and computer software use electricity to make sound. They've also changed music. The electrophone instrument family expands the range of musical colors in a composer's toolkit. In this episode…
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Raise Your Voice!
October 17, 2023 · 8 minPeople can make amazing music using their voice. In this episode, it’s all about the power and range of the human voice. Get ready to hear all kinds of vocal techniques – from beatboxing to scatting to yodeling. You’ll hear how musicians…
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Good Vibrations
October 10, 2023 · 6 minIn this episode, we check out instruments that musicians use to deliver some amazing rhythmic impact. Idiophones make sound from the vibrations of an instrument's body. A lot of the time, musicians whack them or shake them rhythmically…
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Drumroll Please!
October 3, 2023 · 7 minIn this episode, the spotlight is on membranophones! Membranophones make sound from the vibration of a tightly stretched material. Think of drums that you strike to make a sound. But there are other cool membranophones. Let’s get to know…
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Take a Deep Breath!
September 26, 2023 · 6 minMusicians who use the power of air breathe life into the music they play. They create beautiful and ear-catching melodies. The instruments they play are called aerophones. In this episode, we talk about aerophones and the musicians like…
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Strings And Things
September 19, 2023 · 7 minAll around the world, musicians use stringed instruments to make music. The way musicians play these instruments creates beautiful and distinctive sounds. In this episode, say hello to chordophones! Chordophones are instruments that make…
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In Season 3, Meet Some Incredible Instruments (And Their Families!)
September 1, 2023 · 3 minMusic Blocks, the music appreciation podcast about the building blocks that make up your favorite sounds, returns Sept. 19 with a fresh batch of exciting musical explorations! In Season 3, hosts Rebekah Romberg and Luis Antonio Perez dig…
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Ceremonies & Celebrations
August 30, 2022 · 6 minMusic gives us a soundtrack for some of the most memorable moments in each of our stories, from graduation ceremonies to holiday celebrations. Here’s a look at festive sounds and traditional stories from around the world. Each song might…
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The Sound of Heartbreak *Sob*
August 26, 2022 · 7 minA great song might not heal a broken heart, but it’s a moving way to tell a story when someone or something leaves you feeling shattered. Here’s a look at the clever techniques musicians use to share stories of heartache. Get ready for…
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Welcome Home!
August 23, 2022 · 7 minMusic is a powerful way to tell a story about the place you call home. A composer could write music about a place using a simple and evocative melody. A songwriter might write an anthem to evoke a sense of unity and pride. In this episode…
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An Honest Day's Work
August 19, 2022 · 6 minWork is a big part of life. Sometimes you have a dull job to do, and music helps take your mind off it. And sometimes we like to hear stories that celebrate hard work and achievement. Here’s a look at how musicians like Harry Belafonte…
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We Love a Good Love Story!
August 16, 2022 · 6 minLove is a favorite topic for songwriters. That’s partly because music is such a great way to tell a love story. Here’s a look at how artists like Taylor Swift, José Alfredo Jiménez and Giacomo Puccini use sounds to tell stories of romance…
About the show
A music appreciation podcast about the building blocks that make up your favorite sounds. Music Blocks explores how songwriters and composers use sound to express their emotions and share their experiences. Each episode runs about 5 minutes to fit easily into family time, classroom discussion or your podcast queue. Hosted by Luis Antonio Perez and Rebekah Romberg, the show spans genres, cultures and eras to inspire listeners to explore music more deeply. Music Blocks was developed with middle and high schoolers in mind, but it's fun for listeners of any age.
Winner of the 2022 Best Podcast for Kids prize at The Ambies, aka The Awards for Excellence in Audio.
Music Blocks is a production of Colorado Public Radio's Audio Innovations Studio with help from music educators.