Music Resources
As a parent, deciding which way to go with your child’s music experiences can feel a bit overwhelming. Do you enroll her in music classes? If so, what kind? Should you commit to a certain instrument? If your child is already taking classes, how do you guide her to the next level? What are some local and relevant NY/NJ area resources? In this section, we will answer these questions!
12 Creative Tips for Teaching Music to Kids
How do we teach music to kids so that it’s effective while also being fun and creative? Some common sense tips include “relying on themes” and “encouraging musical interaction”. Creative ideas such as “using music apps” and “merging music with other art forms” can also spur interest in kids!
Connections: Math and Music
What do math and music have in common? Apparently, a lot! The musician counts the beats, and uses fractions, ratio and patterns to create and read music. Someone has rightly said that mathematics is the music of reason!
What’s the Right Age to Begin Music Lessons?
Not too old, and never too young! What is the perfect age to start music lessons? Is 3 years too early? Is a double digit age too late? The answer is not a simple yes or no, and it all depends on the child, the parents, and the goals you have.