“I have a sound, a mighty fine sound, and it sounds just like this . . .” Occasionally your Kindermusik teacher will bring out something new, something different, something special. It could be a giant rainstick, or a cymbal, or
We often have short activities in a class that we like to call “Fingerplay.” Fingerplays are short poems, verses, chants or stories that rhyme. The lyrics correspond to hand movements and pair the words with actions. Fingerplays and action rhymes
Most Kindermusik classes include an Active Listening segment. Your educator sings a cue and asks you to rub your ears and to “Listen, listen, listen, shhh!” The act of physically rubbing the outer ear stimulates the reticular activating system. Big
We’re resting and resetting after the holiday rush. We hope that you have enjoyed your holiday, whatever and however you celebrate during this season. This time of year is replete with traditions across many cultures as so many holidays converge
Movement activities in a Kindermusik class may take several forms. There are circle or line dances, guided by the educator. There are interpretive dances where we pretend to be an animal, a vehicle, or something more abstract like the wind.
An obvious core element of any Kindermusik class is the Instrument Play. You will always find a delightful variety of simple instruments, usually percussion based. Percussion instruments are ideal for young children because they are so simple to play! They
Your baby will feel the steady beat. Your toddler will move to the tempo. Your preschooler will match pitch. Your Kindergartener will play the melody. Your family will feel the rhythm in our kid’s music classes as you sing, learn, and play together.
