Lesson Plan
Sound-to-Shape Outline
Students will create visual art that reflects different musical genres by painting shapes, colors, and patterns to the rhythm and mood of each style, fostering sensory connections between sound and visuals.
Linking music and art enhances listening skills, creativity, and cross-disciplinary thinking, allowing students to express emotions and patterns they hear through visual media.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Preparation
15 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Rhythm Doodle Burst
5 minutes
Step 2
Introduction & Guide Overview
5 minutes
Step 3
Main Activity: Genre Paint Stations
30 minutes
Step 4
Cool-Down: Tune & Tell Reflection
10 minutes

Slide Deck
Colorful Concert Guide
Today's Goals
Sound-to-Shape Connection
Warm-Up: Rhythm Doodle Burst
Genre Paint Stations
Classical Station
Jazz Station
Pop Station
World Music Station
Painting & Listening Tips
Let's See the Music!

Warm Up


Activity


Cool Down

