A quiet bubble kid and a rowdy musician turn an idyllic planet upside down with their
Interactive Elementary School Music Program
Created by Callan Milani
Sound and Silence share a joy of music with elementary school students.
6,000 elementary school students took part in a world-class performance with Sound and Silence and the San Diego Symphony.
"Callan’s approach focuses on activating the listener's imagination
while staying grounded in learning the fundamental building blocks of music.
Through Sound and Silence Callan builds a universe for us to learn how to listen to the music and each other."
Laura Reynolds, VP of Impact and Innovation
San Diego Symphony
Meet Silence!
Silence is a quiet bubble kid that wants to be a musician.
Meet Sound!
Sound is rowdy musician that wants to become the greatest entertainer of its generation.
Meet Radio!
Radio broadcasts the story of Silence.
Welcome to Niente Nebula!
Bubble Isle
Bubble Isle is a tropical paradise where peace and quiet is created.
The Niente Nebula
The Niente Nebula is the quietest place in the universe.
Bubble Isle Color Keys
Bubble Isle at Dawn (top), Day (middle), and Night (bottom)
"Your performance of Sound and Silence very nearly
brought tears to my eyes."
Marla Frazee, Children's Literature Author and Illustrator
Three-Time Caldecott Honors Recipient
“Sound and Silence is a game changer for helping young listeners understand how music works. The use of fun characters, animations, incredible musical examples, and the adaptability of the program to fit just about any situation has made it a great way to connect with students just beginning their own musical adventure.”
Dan Howard, Director of Operations & Education
National Repertory Orchestra
Sound and Silence Animatic
Sound and Silence’s musical adventure comes to life.
"Sound and Silence is entertaining, informative, innovative, and creative. I believe that it offers a fresh and modern approach to music which will enable children to understand and connect with it through engaging stories."
Dr. Mallory Thompson, Professor of Music and Director of Bands
Northwestern University
Sound and Silence Interactive Elementary School Program
Designed for general classroom teachers, this curriculum introduces students grades 3 to 5 to the fundamentals of music. Each week, Sound and Silence guide the students in their learning through fun games, challenges, and reflections that create community.
Sound and Silence Program Goals
Foster music appreciation
Students will be able to listen with curiosity.
Develop music literacy
Students will be able to comprehend music with specific terminology.
Create community
Students will be able to perform confidently together.
“I’m so thankful that Sound and Silence found its way to us. As an advocate for putting the ‘A’ (Arts) into the popular and trendy ‘STEM,’ I'm a strong believer that Sound and Silence is a powerful artistic presentation; an amazing tool for building a love of music and fine art in the minds of children.”
Crystal Noe, Children’s Librarian
Little Tokyo Branch Library
Thank You!
We hope Sound and Silence brought you joy!
If you wish to contact us, please email me at milankalani@gmail.com