Fun with Music – Overview
My Family
Does your family have fun with music? Ours certainly does! My husband played in several bands and ensembles. Both of my daughters play trumpet and participated in marching band. We have always done a lot of singing; around the house, in the car and at church activities. We love musicals and although I have heard people say, “Musicals are dumb. Life isn’t a musical. Instruments don’t just start playing and people break out in song.” Well, to those nay-sayers I must reply, “My life is a musical!” I’ve all ready listed some of the ways music intertwines with my life but there are many other ways we have fun with it. It seems to be an ever-present part of our lives. We hear it in stores and on television. I have wonderful memories of trips to Disney World and other amusement parks. There is always music around and I may sing-a-long if I recognize the song. We sometimes make up silly songs as we work and play around the house.
Children
Children love music. They like to sway and dance to it. They love playing with instruments. Children love to sing and love to hear others sing to them. Songs can make learning fun and easy for children. Dr Alexandra Lamont states, “Research is beginning to show how music has the power to change the way we feel, think, and behave. We know that music can lift our mood, and certain kinds of music can temporarily boost specific kinds of intelligence.” (article: What is the significance of music for young children?)
I used music a lot in my preschool classrooms. Exercise and learning were more fun when put to it. It helps children in memorization. I could teach my students really long Bible verses by using songs from Steve Green, Hide Em in Your Heart Vol 1 & 2
Upcoming Posts
My following posts will deal with different aspects of music to share with your child. I will suggest books and crafts to enjoy with your child. Be sure to expose your children to all types of music; big band, classical, jazz, rock, country and don’t forget all those great kid songs. Take your children to live concerts. Check your area for free outdoor concerts because they should be starting soon. Outdoor concerts are a great way to introduce your child to all types of music. I love outdoor concerts for young children because they can sit on blankets or in lawn chairs. You don’t have to keep them sitting still and quiet like in a concert hall. It isn’t a bother if they get up and move. We like to bring along a snack or picnic to enjoy together.
So gather the family, while the temperatures are still good, and enjoy listening to the harmonies of the instruments.
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