Choirs for kids in Brisbane
Lots of research suggests that singing is great for both your physical and mental health. What better way to give your kids a stress release, a way to improve their health, and an opportunity to socialise with others their age outside a school environment?
Read moreBallroom dancing for kids
Let your kids do more than quick step, and jumpstart their mastery of ballroom dancing! Ballroom dancing for kids can serve as a great family activity that both parents and kids can enjoy!
Read morePicking the perfect dance school using your 5 senses
Remember that moment when your son or daughter looked up at you with big puppy dog eyes and said "I want to start dancing"? It has been at the forefront of their imagination and nag-ation (that's not really a word but it means constant nagging) and now you're convinced that it's what they really want to do. This article addresses how your five senses can assist in choosing the best dance school for them.
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 moreAccordion teachers
Get your kids to play folk tunes on the accordion! The modern version of the accordion is played by compressing or expanding the instruments bellows while pressing buttons or keys, causing valves (pallets) to open, allowing air to flow across strips of brass or steel. For fun and quirky kids, the accordion is the perfect instrument!
Read moreFrom Tap to Jazz: Exploring the World of Kids' Dance Styles
Explore the exciting benefits of tap and jazz for children, from enhancing musicality and coordination to encouraging creativity and expression. A guide for Australian families on choosing a dance style.
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 more10 reasons to learn a musical instrument
1. It’s enjoyable! 2. It’s a great way to meet new people 3. It builds your self-confidence 4. Develops your patience 5. Enhances your creative ability 6. Teaches you self-discipline 7. Boosts your memory 8. Brings with it a sense of achievement 9. Reduces your stress levels 10. Improves cognitive skills
Read moreHow to dress your children for exercise in winter
It seems really obvious right – put on a jumper! But knowing how to dress properly in winter is a bit of an art and can make a difference to children when participating in physical activities. This article includes three essential points that will help you to dress your child for physical activity in winter:
Read moreJazz for Kids
Let your kids discover different music styles by introducing them to jazz!<br><br>Improvisation plays a big part in this music style which makes it great for creative kids who love music!
Read moreBreakdancing for kids
Your kids can find a new and entertaining activity where they can excel, try out breakdancing for kids! There are breakdance moves that kids can do, the simpler variations are safe and not as complicated as their counterparts. Basic versions of moves make breakdancing a fun and somewhat challenging endeavor for toddlers and children alike.
Read morePre School Dance For Kids
Get your kids to start preschool dance!<br><br>Develop your kid’s potential in dancing while they are young. Young kids learn easily especially when they participate in hands-on kids activities like creative dance games where they can have fun while learning. Encourage your kids to dance to the tune of the songs they love!
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!
Read moreHow Drama Classes Can Help Children Overcome Shyness
Children learn to project their voices, articulate their thoughts, and express their emotions in a supportive environment. This gradual process helps shy children gain the confidence to speak up and interact with others.
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 moreBreakdance For Kids
You know what’s in with kids today? Breakdance! <br><br>It is a popular style of street dance that consists of acrobatic moves and complex foot work.
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 moreEncourage your child to become a confident and independent dancer (tips)
Joining a dance studio may be the first activity your child is about to attend - and their confidence and independence may waver as they try something new. Take a deep breath and jump in, head first with them. There is so much fun to be had. This article shares some tips to help enhance your child's confidence and independence as they learn to dance for the first time.
Read moreBassoon 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!
Read moreHow to Get Your Child To Practice Their Musical Instrument
There is only one thing more magical than watching an expert musician who is lost in their own craft; that is, being that musician. Become one with an instrument produces a sense of flow, enjoyment, confidence and pure bliss. A musician can lose themselves to something greater than them alone. Which is why you are doing your child a massive favour if you know how to make practice both fun and rewarding. Here’s how to best get your child to practice, without the tears.
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