Dr. Dennie Palmer Hall, published a research paper titled “Why Making Music Matters,” exploring the role music plays in a child’s daily life that can lead to success in adulthood. According to the findings, investing in young children through music helps with […]
Back to school has never been more different and challenging than it is this school year. Between setting up online classes and trying to find new ways to keep your child engaged in the process of learning from home. Guiding […]
Music and math have always been connected. Even simple songs like “Old McDonald” incorporate many basic math skills, including matching and comparing through changes in pitch, volume and rhythm, patterning and sequencing and counting and addition. Research has shown that […]
Not quite into Baby Shark, but want to have shared experiences with your child? Music may be the key (pun intended). A study released by 2018 by the University of Arizona have found that when parents and children listened to […]
Music is more than just the soundtrack to our lives, studies have shown that when you listen to music you like, your brain releases a chemical called dopamine that has positive effects on your mood. Music can make your child […]
Portia Dunkley, Teeny Violini teaches students about rhythm sticks. The sticks are tapped together to make sounds and they have been known to help develop: · Fine motor development and hand-eye coordination · Language development and listening skills · Rhythm, […]
There are several ways that music can help with early childhood development. Beginning with being a means for self-expression and allowing a child’s creativity to shine. Below are five ways music can build your child’s creativity and emotional health. 1. […]
So, your kid wants to learn to play an instrument, and aside from your limited experience in elementary and middle school band or orchestra, you honestly, don’t have a clue where to begin. Sadly, if you live in a city, […]