Is my child old enough to start violin?
Somewhere between four and eight years is the best time to begin a violin journey. That’s a wide range, and your child will fit in based upon a number of factors such as the child’s maturity, motor control, available family time and most of all: your level of patience as a parent. This test will help you determine if now is the right time.
Read moreTrumpet for Kids
Looking for a loud, gutsy instrument that allows your child to make their mark in the school band?<br><br>By blowing through the mouthpiece and pressing different valves, your child can enjoy making music in a number of different styles!
Read moreFrench horn for kids
Get your kids to play tantalizing sounds on the French horn! The modern orchestral brass French horn originated from early hunting horns and was only used as a musical instrument starting the 16th century. It slowly grew popular in orchestras after musicians began using the French horn as an instrument. Let your kids stand out with this instrument!
Read moreTrombone for Kids
Enjoy the distinctive sound of this popular brass instrument!<br><br>The trombone’s rich, mellow tone makes it popular in jazz and classical music alike!
Read morePre School Music For Kids
Encourage your kids to foster an appreciation for music. Get them to participate in preschool music classes!<br><br>Music education is essential in a kid’s early learning. They learn to speak and understand their native language through songs and nursery rhymes. Not everyone will grow up to be great singers, composers, or musicians, but every kid should be taught how to sing and to appreciate music in general.
Read moreThe importance of poetry in your child's life
World Poetry Day was hosted globally on Tuesday, 21 March and it’s a good opportunity to talk about the important role poetry plays in child development.
Read moreActing associations
Fuel your kids dreams to be the next stars! If your kids have interesting and endearing personalities and love to interact with people, they would love to learn the art of acting.
Read moreSaxophone for Kids
Introduce your kids to music with this well-known wind instrument!<br><br>. If your kid is bored by classical music, the saxophone could be the instrument for them!
Read moreAt what age should my child start learning a musical instrument
As a Kindermusik Educator, this has to be one of the most common question I get asked from parents, especially when their child reaches pre-school and Kindy age. While there are always exceptions, in general, my suggestion to parents is to wait until their child is at least 5 or 6 years old. There are many compelling reasons for this - I've outlined some below - milestones by which most 5 or 6-year olds have or are beginning to achieve.
Read moreGuitar for Kids
Your kids will love playing the guitar and his favourite songs! The Guitar is quite easy to learn and easy to carry while leaving on holidays. Your kids will be able to play anywhere, whenever they have spare time.
Read moreBass Guitar for Kids
Let your kids channel their inner rock star with the bass guitar!<br><br>Bass guitarists are a feature of most bands and although they are often in the background, their contribution to the performance as a whole is vitally important!
Read moreClarinet for Kids
If your child is keen to learn a musical instrument, try the clarinet!<br><br>A standard fixture in school bands across the country, the clarinet is easy and fun to play and a great way to start your kids on a musical instrument!
Read moreWhat age do Public speaking classes for kids start ?
Discover the ideal age for kids to start public speaking classes. The benefits of early drama and educational activities for building lifelong communication skills.
Read morePercussions for Kids
Let your kids develop their sense of rhythm with percussion instruments!<br><br>Anything that can be struck or banged can be a percussion instrument - the only limit is your kid’s imagination!
Read more4 Reasons why Performing Arts is more than just a hobby
It's frustrating when something their child enjoys is ranked lower on a parent's priority list when compared to their grades at school. Is it really more important for a painfully shy 8 year old to have top grades than developing confidence? Their grades at school won't help them stick up for themselves in the playground and coming first in their maths class won't help them sell their skills in a job interview. But taking part in the performing arts will help and this is why...
Read moreHip Hop Dance for Kids
Are your kids born performers? If they love to dance and perform death defying stunts they might like to channel their energy into hip hop dance routines. Hip hop is a modern style of dance involving a series of moves set to hip hop songs. It's often called urban or street dance and originated on the streets of America in the 1970s. Australian kids quickly took a like to the style!
Read morePerforming Art School for Kids
Release your child’s inner superstar!<br><br>What a great way for your child to express their creativity and make new friends!
Read moreElectric Guitar for Kids
Could your child be the next Jimi Hendrix?<br><br>The instrument of choice in most popular music today, the electric guitar is perfect for any child who aspires to be a rock star!
Read moreModern Dance for Kids
Do your kids like to dance? If they enjoy movement but find traditional ballet too restrictive, they might enjoy modern dance instead. Sometimes known as contemporary dance, it originated in the early 20th century and has increased in popularity ever since. Modern dance has been performed on Australian stages since the 1960s and encompasses a wide range of styles and techniques.
Read moreCountry dancing for kids
Want something entertaining, upbeat kind of dance for your kids to learn? Then choose country dancing! Australia is known for having a lively dance scene that has evolved rapidly since the colonial times and country dancing has become one of the established dance fashions that is still enjoyed by many today. Let your kids join and add to the liveliness of the dance floor with country dancing!
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