Provides, through the use of animation, an introduction to the origins and basic elements of music. Tells the story of a caveman and his discovery of rhythm, melody, and harmony. Highlights, with live action inserts, prehistoric contributions to the development of music, including modern music.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
323748
Language
English
Subject categories
Animation → Animated films - United States
Childrens Films → Children 6-12
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Music - Instruction and study
Educational & Instructional → Instructional
Music & Performing Arts → Music - History and criticism
Music & Performing Arts → Music - Instruction and study
Music & Performing Arts → Music - Juvenile films
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)