Need captivating classical music activities or ready-to-go music sub plans? These printable listening sheets offer a fun and creative way for students to explore the life and brilliant compositions of Camille Saint-Saëns! Just print and play – it’s that easy!

Why Camille Saint-Saëns?

Camille Saint-Saëns was a prolific French composer known for his elegant and colorful music. From his playful “Carnival of the Animals” (though not included in this pack, it’s a great companion piece!) to his dramatic symphonies and concertos, his works offer a wide range of musical experiences for young listeners. This pack makes exploring Saint-Saëns’ contributions engaging and accessible.

What’s Inside the Camille Saint-Saëns Activity Pack?

This resource is packed with everything you need to create a memorable and educational learning experience:

• Five Star Rating Guide: A simple and effective way for students to evaluate the music.
• Composer Fact Sheet: Introduce Saint-Saëns with key biographical information and a spotlight on one of his most famous works.
• Word Composer Activity: A classic word puzzle to reinforce vocabulary and spelling.
• Birthplace Fact Sheet: Combine music with geography! Students research Saint-Saëns’ birthplace and learn about its culture and traditions.
• Birthday Coloring Page: Celebrate Saint-Saëns’ birthday with a fun coloring activity.
• Composer Study Page: A template for students to compile a short biography of Saint-Saëns.
• Composer Vocabulary: Expand musical vocabulary with key terms related to Saint-Saëns and his music.
• Multiple Writing/Drawing Pages: Provide space for creative expression inspired by Saint-Saëns’ music.
• Varied Listening Activity Sheets: Cater to different learning styles with a variety of listening sheet options. Students can draw scenes inspired by the music, identify the mood, and recognize instruments.
• Weather, Emotions, and Emoji Color & Listen Sheets: Unique and engaging ways for students to connect with the emotional landscape of Saint-Saëns’ music.

Printable Listening Sheets (Four Pages Per Piece!):

This pack includes listening activities for ten of Saint-Saëns’ most beloved works:

• Symphony No. 3 (“Organ Symphony”)
• Cello Concerto No. 1
• Piano Concerto No. 2
• Violin Concerto No. 3
• Clarinet Sonata
• Piano Concerto No. 5 (“Egyptian”)
• Oboe Sonata
• Piano Concerto No. 4
• Symphony No. 2
• Piano Concerto No. 1

Perfect for:

• Music Sub Plans
• Classroom Music Activities
• Homeschool Music Curriculum
• Engaging Students with Classical Music
• Exploring Composer Biographies

Is the Music Included?

All of our activities are printable downloads and do not include any music samples, but we only feature selections that are readily available on YouTube and your favorite streaming services! No musical training is required making these great for everyday fun, sub plans, and even send-home packets!