Instructions
The violin is an amazing instrument played by incredible musicians all over the world. While many famous violinists lived long ago, there are many superstars playing today! Let's learn about a few of them.
Activity 1: Meet the Maestros
Read the descriptions on the left and match them to the correct violinist on the right. Write the correct letter in the blank space.
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_____ 1. This "dancing violinist" became a star on YouTube. She is famous for combining violin music with electronic dubstep, pop, and energetic choreography in her music videos. _____ 2. A living legend, he is considered one of the greatest violinists of our time. He contracted polio as a child and performs while seated. He played the beautiful violin solos for the movie Schindler's List. _____ 3. This Taiwanese-Australian violinist is known for his incredible skill and his fun, humorous presence on social media, where he works to make classical music accessible to a younger generation. _____ 4. A world-famous classical soloist who has won three Grammy Awards. She is also known for her social media project, #100DaysOfPractice, inspiring musicians everywhere to practice daily. |
Violinists A. Itzhak Perlman B. Hilary Hahn C. Lindsey Stirling D. Ray Chen |
Activity 2: What's Their Style?
Read the questions below and circle the best answer.
1. Which artist is famous for mixing violin with electronic dance music (EDM) and dubstep?
- A) Itzhak Perlman
- B) Lindsey Stirling
- C) Hilary Hahn
2. Hilary Hahn's popular social media project that encourages musicians to share their daily practice sessions is called:
- A) #ViolinEveryDay
- B) #PracticeMakesPerfect
- C) #100DaysOfPractice
3. Itzhak Perlman's iconic violin solos can be heard in which famous film soundtrack?
- A) Star Wars
- B) Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
- C) Schindler's List
Activity 3: Fun Facts - True or False?
Read each statement and decide if it is true or false. Circle your answer.
1. Itzhak Perlman always stands up when he performs in a concert. True / False
2. Ray Chen uses platforms like YouTube and Instagram to connect with fans and share funny videos about being a classical musician. True / False
3. Lindsey Stirling first gained wide public attention as a contestant on the TV show America's Got Talent. True / False
4. Hilary Hahn only performs music written by composers who lived over 200 years ago. True / False
Activity 4: Creative Challenge!
Imagine two of these amazing violinists decide to go on tour together! Your job is to create a concert poster for them. In the box below:
- Give their tour a catchy name.
- Design a poster for the concert.
- You don't have to be a great artist—just be creative!
(Draw your poster here)
Answer Key
Activity 1: Meet the Maestros
- C. Lindsey Stirling
- A. Itzhak Perlman
- D. Ray Chen
- B. Hilary Hahn
Activity 2: What's Their Style?
- B) Lindsey Stirling
- C) #100DaysOfPractice
- C) Schindler's List
Activity 3: Fun Facts - True or False?
- False. He performs while seated due to having polio as a child.
- True.
- True.
- False. She is a great champion of new music and has commissioned many pieces from living composers.
Activity 4: Creative Challenge!
Answers will vary. The goal is creativity and engagement with the topic.