Big Idea: What is Music?

What is music?

Sound waves create everything from the chirping of birds to the wailing siren of a fire truck. Are those considered music? Are only humans capable of producing music? John Cage, the American composer, believed that music can be found everywhere including in the background sounds of everyday life. Do you agree with this? Is the ticking of a clock considered music, or is music something that has to be prepared and performed in front of an audience? In your opinion, what is music? Think about these questions as you read through Unit 1.