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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?
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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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Cello for Kids
Are your kids looking for a musical experience that will really challenge them?<br><br>A member of the violin family, the cello’s distinctive sound makes it a very rewarding instrument to play!
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Singing schools for kids
Bring your children’s singing talent to the next level! Singing schools develop children's vocal abilities and let them have fun performing onstage. Find a singing school for your child now!
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Accordion for Kids
Try something different with this unique musical instrument!<br><br>It is often heard in Eastern European folk music.<br> Give your child a cultural as well as a musical experience with the accordion!
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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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How to help your child overcome stage fright
How are you meant to make your child feel comfortable on stage? They love performing but the fear can be overwhelming. It can be really scary being so small and in front of a big audience! These simple strategies include assisting with preparation, affirmations and dealing with those dreaded butterflies in the belly - find out how you can work with your child (or students) to move them beyond the fear.
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Acrobats for kids
Let your kids dance their way to the top! Do your kids enjoy seeing acrobat performers swinging and dancing in mid-air? Are they fascinated by the sight of ballet dancers that perform astonishing dance moves and routines? If your answer is YES, acrobats for kids will most likely be best for them, as an extra-curricular activity or as a talent that they can pursue professionally.
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Piano for your Kids
Get your kids to start this amazing art. They will learn one of the greatest instrument, and will at one stage be able to choose between the many variations it offers: jazz, classical, digital...
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Musical Instruments For Kids
Enhance your kid’s passion for the arts and music! Encourage them to play musical instruments!<br><br>Give your kids the gift of music as early possible. They can start by listening to their favourite songs and they can also sing along with it. They can then learn to play musical instruments. Attending music lessons helps cultivate many skills that they can apply in every aspect of their lives.
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Encourage 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 moreThree Reasons to attend a Drama camp
Every holidays, a myriad of workshops and camps pop up, providing students with opportunities to extend their skills and talent outside of the school setting. Drama camps are a great place for students to explore their creativity and build their self-confidence in a relaxed, friendly and fun environment.
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Car model making for kids
All kids have probably played with a toy car or truck at some stage. Why not take it to the next level and encourage them to build their own? Let your kids take pride in something they've made from scratch with car model making!
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French 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!
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Modern 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.
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Preschool Sports For Kids
Encourage your kids to participate in physical activities like preschool sports!<br><br>Kids are naturally active and energetic especially during their preschool years (2-6 years old). As a parent, you may want to make sure that your kid?s energy is dedicated to activities that will benefit them. According to National Association for Sport and Physical Education, preschoolers should have at least an hour each dedicated to structured and unstructured physical activities for kids and no more than an hour dedicated to sedentary activities, sleeping not included. . Enrol them to preschool classes that include preschool sports and preschool games in their lesson plans so that they would have a fun learning environment.
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Guitar 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.
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Bouzouki for kids
Let your kids delve into the wondrous world of bouzouki playing! Although one of the more underrated activities for kids, bouzouki offers a unique sound and a wide-range of songs to be learnt and played. Bouzouki lessons lets children develop a profound sense of virtuosity due to the thorough and focused approach of playing traditional songs.
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Picking 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.
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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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