Makin' Music (Psalm 150)

A Psalm 150 song that invites kiddos into creative self-expression through rhythmic play. Psalm 150 is the praise psalm, calling on every instrument and every breath to praise God.

The chorus carries "We're making music, we really know how to play. We're making music, it is one way to pray." The Hebrew bridge brings in "Kol haneshama tehallel Yah, halleluyah." The verses zip through clapping hands, stomping feet, shaker eggs, tambourines, snapping fingers, air guitar, triangles, and dancing.

What's included:

Lead sheet PDF with melody line, chord symbols, and lyrics in English and Hebrew transliteration. Original composition by Dr. Emily Aronoff, copyright 2012. Suitable for guitar, ukulele, or piano accompaniment.

Best fit:

Songleaders, music specialists, cantorial soloists, and music-reading grown ups working with kiddos roughly ages 2-10. Lands at Tot Shabbat, family Shabbat services, religious school music classes, summer camp, and any program with a shaker basket or instrument bin. Pairs well with a hunt for "found instruments" in the room (pots, pans, shoes, toys) and with making instruments from beans, rice, and rubber bands.

Delivery: Instant PDF download. Print-friendly.

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