Qualities of a great song include:
EFFECTIVE STORYTELLING
Highlighting a HERO
Does the song tell the story of a real hero? Does it foster
planet-conscious ideas and action?
POETIC LYRICS
Using language to creatively share a concept of an idea
celebrating heroism. Do the words inspire
others with their beauty, clarity, creativity and accuracy?
MELODIC CONTENT
Do you like the tune? Is it memorable?
PLAY-ABILITY
Can teachers, students and others successfully play and
accompany the song with guitar or ukulele?
SING-ABILITY
Is the song musically accessible and engaging? Can children
successfully learn and sing it well?
MEMORABLE QUALITIES
Can students easily memorize the song and sing it by heart?
EMOTIONAL IMPACT
Does the song inspire a feeling of appreciation for the hero's
accomplishments?
