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Cello for kids in Sydney
Are your toddlers the kind who loves banging a saucepan with a wooden spoon? Do they clap and sing along with songs on the television? If yes, then maybe your little ones have a natural love and talent for playing music! The best way to find out is to let have a go at learning one.
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School Holiday Activities for kids in Sydney
School holidays in New South Wales are never boring with a lot of things to do with kids in Sydney! There are four school holidays in Sydney and NSW. Let your kids enjoy and make the most out of them!
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Casting agencies for kids in NSW
Sign your kids up with a casting agency in NSW and kickstart their life of stardom! 'What seem like just fun activities for kids today might be a star career tomorrow for your talented child. Casting directors in NSW can make an everyday youngster into a star- they could be the key to big things for your family!
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Saxophone 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!
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Drama classes & lessons for kids
Put your kids under the spotlight! . To keep them busy and entertained, we get them engaged in activities for kids that combines both being active and being creative; and also in a way that their peers and the adults will appreciate them. Why not let them take their chances on the performing arts?
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Tips to encourage your child to practice playing a musical instrument
It never ceases to amaze me how much difficulty some parents find in encouraging their child to practice playing a musical instrument. Very few younger aged students will practice of their own volition. Not many five year old kids will say to their parents “Now please excuse me, I am about to head into my room to practice the piano for the next hour or two”. However, we have found that the more actively parents are involved, the more the child will feel there is a reason to practice.
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Country 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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Djembe for Kids
Let your kids explore their sense of rhythm with the Djembe!<br><br>Give your kids the chance to try something a bit different with this unique musical instrument!
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Clarinet 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!
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Bass 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!
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Bagpipe for kids
Let your kids connect with other cultures by playing bagpipes! Bagpipes are musical instruments that use enclosed reeds fed from a constant reservoir of air in the form of a bag. They are traditionally used to provide music for dances and funerals. Get your outdoorsy kids to play this loud instrument!
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Bassoon for kids
Get your kids to groove with the low buzzing tune of the bassoon! The bassoon is one of the woodwind instruments belonging to the double reed family. In Australia, the longest running classical music label, Move, offers bassoon music, like songs from the Melbourne Bassoon Quartet. For kids who'd love to play the bass voice, the bassoon is the perfect instrument!
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The Magic of Early Dance for Kids
Explore how early dance forms like Jazz and Ballet can, boost childrens confidence, creativity, and social skills in a fun, engaging way.
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salsa dance for kids
Introduce the wonderful Spanish culture to kids through salsa dancing! It is also a popular partner dance wherein your children can learn important socialisation skills!
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At 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.
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Guitar schools for kids
Unleash your child's inner Jimi Hendrix! Many scientific research have highlighted the benefits of learning a musical instrument from a young age, listing creativity, discipline and patience as areas that will stay with a child through to adulthood.
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Cheerleading… Is There Really a Position for Everyone?
Cheerleading is a sport that celebrates diversity, encourages personal growth, and builds a strong sense of community. For any parent or caregiver considering cheerleading for their child, know that this dynamic and inclusive sport could very well be the perfect fit, offering not just a position on the team but a journey of self-discovery and lifelong friendships
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Finding the Right Beat: How to Choose the Perfect Dance Class for Your Child
Discover how to choose the perfect dance class for your child, focusing on their interests, the quality of dance schools, and creating a supportive, enriching environment for young dancers to thrive.
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Choirs for kids
Let the world hear your kid’s voice! Reignite your kids’ passion for singing by enrolling them in various choirs for kids.
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The 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.
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