Tuneful Toddlers is a class which is for toddlers 18 months - 3 years. In the world of toddlers, movement and exploration are their greatest need and music fits right in! Your toddler will be absorbed in a fun musical environment, which supports all areas of musical development through research-based activities.
Through singing, finger play, rhythm activities, dancing, instrument playing and focused listening the foundations of musical learning will be encouraged and nurtured making this a very special music time. Toddlers are encouraged to be creative, to initiate their own ideas and to respond in their own ways. As they play instruments, sing, move and explore, they'll uncover an engaging musical world while building confidence, self-control and communication skills. With their parent or carer actively participating which provides them with safety and security they long for despite their drive for independence !
Within this course you will experience:
- Instrument exploration and ensemble skill development — Children will explore the sights and sounds of instruments which will eventually lead them to discover their potential for beat, rhythm, melody, and ensemble playing.
- Story time and early literacy — Listening to stories enhances language and speech development and fosters awareness of sounds, teaches use of language, and sends the message that words and symbols have meaning.
- Movement Activities — Each class provides various opportunities for movement such as synchronized movement, free dance and group circle dances.
- Quiet Time — A special part of class where we slow down and make the most of the fleeting toddler years.
- Each block has a theme and music to match. The music in class ranges across genres and countries. Children who are exposed to a large musical vocabulary during their early years tend to have a lifelong connection to music and an easier time relating to lots of different musical styles.
Tuneful Tinies is a music and movement class for babies 0 - 18 months. Babies love to be sung to but did you know that singing with baby has multiple emotional and cognitive benefits too? Studies have shown that early engagement with making music together and regular music making with your baby can help in their development in multiple areas.
The course is split into two sessions each held on a Saturday and lasting for three hours.
Tuneful Tinies is a music and movement class for babies 0 - 18 months. Babies love to be sung to but did you know that singing with baby has multiple emotional and cognitive benefits too? Studies have shown that early engagement with making music together and regular music making with your baby can help in their development in multiple areas.
Bonding: Did you know that your baby loves the sound of your voice? A baby responds positively and with love to the sound of the voice of their caregivers. When you sing with your child, they feel connected and close to you. This intimate act of making music together is a shared experience that brings you closer together. All our participants are encouraged to sing with their baby in order to experience this joyful exchange. Classes are a safe and encouraging space for adults to share their love of music and to sing without inhibition. In this way, you can take this love of singing in class and sing songs with your little one in your daily lives too.
Language Skills: The songs at class help with the development of language skills. Singing songs help little ones make associations about the meaning of words. This then helps with the learning new words. Using actions during our songs also supports word acquisition.
Make Friends while Singing Together: Did you know that singing in a group is one of the best ways to bond with people? Feelings of connectedness occur when we sing together because of the endorphins are released. The act of singing together and listening to one another while do so actually synchronizes people to one another. Feelings of connection and friendship naturally develop from the simple act of making music together.
Appreciation of Cultures: Whatever music we listen to comes from somewhere. In music class we sing songs that are familiar as well as some from around the world and often in the native language which is very interesting for babies to hear. We will have bells, drums, clackers, egg shakers and lots over other instruments to explore.
Coordination: Music and movement go hand in hand. When singing at music class you and your baby will be part of free dance and coordinated dance activities. Lots of fun and the babies love watching each other during the circle dances.
Stress relief: Music is a great to relieve tension. We have a lovely quiet time when we listen without movement to a piece of music with relaxing bubbles floating by. Also, when you sing your body releases endorphins, the natural feel-good chemical that makes you feel happy! On top of that, when you sing your body is breathing deeply. With all the deep breathing that you naturally do while singing, your body will feel both alert, happy and uplifted. So,sing your heart out in class!
Each block has a different theme and different music to match so you will always have new songs to sing !
