Allentown Symphony Orchestra
Diane Wittry, Music Director/Conductor

Music in Motion - Let's Dance

Welcome to the Teacher Resources site to support your students' visit to Miller Symphony Hall. Materials are arranged in four general categories: For the Classroom, for the Field Trip, for the Teacher, and "More."  Teachers will find short texts, video, images, and printable handouts. 

Materials are organized by categories: 

  • For Classroom
    • Lesson plans for selected pieces on the program
    • Introduction to Symphony Orchestra Instruments
    • Printable Handouts - musical charts, coloring pages, etc.
    • Rhythm Section (we love a musical pun)
  • For Field Trip
    • What to Expect
    • Introduction to the Symphony
    • Diane Wittry biography
    • Allentown Symphony Association information
    • Miller Symphony Hall information
  • For Teachers - because music is for you, too!
    • Program Notes - learn more about the cultural and historical contexts of each musical selection. Teaching strategies for various grade levels also. Note: the material for "Sing, sing, sing" is appropriate for middle and high school level Music and American History.
    • Composer Biographies 
    • Bibliography
  • More
    • Dance Resources
    • Extra Resources
    • Past Programs