“Play is the work of the child.” – Maria Montessori What does this quote mean and how does it relate to music teaching? What can we learn from the Montessori approach to education and play? Listen to this podcast episode to find out more and learn how to make your studio more truly playful….
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CKQC033: Rhythm Activities for Preschoolers with Vocalisations and Drumming
Rhythm is foundational to everything else. It’s my number one priority for all new students, especially preschoolers. Young beginners might take a while to develop finger dexterity and might not be the quickest to catch on to reading, but with appropriate rhythm activities for preschoolers their rhythm can be rock solid. You’ll notice we…
CKQC003: Hand tapping as a rote teaching aid
This video is the third in the video series: Colourful Keys Quick Clips. You can catch all the quick clips published so far by clicking here. When you’re teaching pattern pieces you sometimes need to employ a rote teaching aid to help you on your way. Anything you can do to make the learning easier…
Five Quick Brain Breaks for Preschoolers with the Wiggles
If you teach preschoolers you likely already have a few brain breaks up your sleeve. And you are probably always on the lookout for more! Kids this age are designed for movement. They’re not meant to be sitting still for prolonged periods of time. They’re explorers. This doesn’t mean they can’t learn to play piano, just…
Wunderkeys Patterning Acitivities for Preschoolers (On-the-Go!)
As well as lessons at my own home, I also travel to homes of some students. Parents choose this option for various reasons: some don’t have a car, some of my younger students are more comfortable in their own environment with their parents nearby. And some just jump at the opportunity for one less activity…