What is Kindermusik?

Kindermusik is a world-wide children's music and movement program. We use music as a tool to help prepare kids for future school success. Research shows that participation in music-making helps kids become better learners and excel in school. To learn more, visit Kindermusik International's website: www.kindermusik.com

The Gateway Foundation for Theatre and Dance

The Gateway Foundation for Theatre and Dance is a non-profit performing arts center in Pocatello, Idaho. Our mission is to help children cultivate and showcase their talents in the Performing Arts in a safe, excellent, wholesome environment. We strive to make Performing Arts training available to every child who desires it. Classes include: ballet, jazz, hip-hop, lyrical, creative, ballroom for adults and children, children's musical theatre, teen musical theatre, tumbling, cheer, voice, piano, and of course Kindermusik! See our website at www.gatewayfoundationfortheatreanddance.com

Friday, April 22, 2011

Village: Hickory, Dickory Tickle, and Bounce

Week 9:

Our first two weeks of class have focused on the interval, “sol-mi.” Also known as a descending minor third, this interval is easy for children to hear and imitate. As you become more aware of sol-mi, you will probably hear it in all kinds of children’s music.

This week at home, try pairing some of these singing concepts in your conversations with baby. “What shall we do with the baby-o” after a bath? “Wrap her up in a towel-o” of course! A well timed, “This is the way we eat our peas…” You may even notice your own stress levels lower when you can sing, “Lost it, lost it, where is the binky?” while looking everywhere.

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