Music Of The Day – Classical Music for Schools, Assemblies and Learning Discover one composer and one piece of music every day, with ready-to-use listening ideas for primary and secondary classrooms.
Today on Music Of The Day
July 2nd
Christoph Willibald Gluck
2 July 1714 – 15 November 1787. Today's piece: Orfeo ed Euridice - Wq. 30, Act 2: Dance of the Blessed Spirits
Listen to today’s pieceBring music into your classroom
Music Of The Day helps teachers introduce a range of musical styles in a simple, engaging way.
Perfect for:
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Morning routines and entry music
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School assemblies
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KS2 and KS3 music lessons
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Cover lessons and quick activities
Each day features a composer of the day, helping pupils explore music from different periods, styles, and cultures.
How to use
- Click on ‘Today’s Composer’, or the date on the calendar at the bottom of the page.
- Read about their life and music.
- Listen to a key piece.
- Use the questions or activities in class.
Composer Of The Day
Music Resources for KS2 and KS3
Explore Composers by Period and Theme
Explore a different composer every day, from well-known names to hidden gems.
Use these pages for:
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Daily listening
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Quick music starters
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Developing musical knowledge
Support your teaching with ready-to-use resources linked to each composer.
Includes:
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Reading comprehensions
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Listening activities
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Classroom discussion prompts
Ideal for both specialist and non-specialist teachers.
Bring music into your classroom with daily listening, engaging composers and ready-to-use teaching ideas.
Created by an experienced UK teacher with 20+ years in education, Music Of The Day is designed to support real classrooms with practical, engaging content.
Start with today’s date, or browse the calendar below.