Isn't it amazing? Music boosts memory, attention, and social skills in preschooler! In today's fast-paced world, parents and educators are constantly seeking innovative ways to enhance the cognitive, emotional, and social development of preschoolers. One powerful tool that has gained recognition for its remarkable impact is music. Music-related activities and programs for kids and toddlers, have emerged as an effective [...]
Jonah Warmups (1min/ea) --Triplet Exercise (Goal tempo=115) --Sixteenth-note exercise (goal tempo=100) --Stick Control: ex. 57-64 (160bpm) Xylophone --C, G, and F major scales (straight, arpeggios, broken thirds) --El Mosquito Maron melody --Tropical Feel** Joel Rothman: finishing up Lesson 17 NEW SONG Herbie Hancock: Watermelon Man --See handout on the google drive for the main groove Francisco Warmups (30sec/ea., find goal [...]
Let's discover together the positive effect of music on teenagers, physically, psychologically, and emotionally. Whether you are a teenager or your kids are in their teens, this information is right for you! Teenagers often experience a whirlwind of emotions and face various challenges as they navigate the transitional phase between childhood and adulthood. During this time, it's crucial to find healthy [...]
Are you wondering about affordable Music lessons in Toronto, GTA and if they really pay back? Well, Music goes beyond a monetary investment! Never the less, whether music lessons in Toronto are worth it and if they pay back in terms of benefits, largely depends on your personal goals and interests. Let's explore together about the reasons why music lessons [...]
Do you ever wonder how to stimulate your baby’s or toddler’s brains and development? Check out this well informed advice, plus easy and affordable ways to reach that goal! Music has the incredible power to transcend language and culture, speaking to our souls in a way that words often cannot. For toddlers, this universal language of rhythm and melody holds [...]
Myles Xylophone --Review of C major scale, identifying the musical alphabet --up to p29 in the pno book** Great work!!! Livin' On A Prayer by Bon Jovi --Chorus Beat: Same idea, but Right-Hand Lead*** --Work on counting the number of repeats in the intro->make sure the fill lands in the right place** Refresh Alfred Solo #2 (lines 1-6)** Jonah Joel [...]
Teenagers today face a myriad (countless) of stressors that can take a toll on their mental and emotional well-being. Academic pressures, social challenges, the constant influx of information through digital devices, and other facts can contribute to heightened stress and tension in adolescents. In this blog post, you will explore how music, specifically through music lessons, can be a powerful [...]
Myles Warmups (1min/ea): --Paradiddles (4 of each) --Flams, flam accents Xylophone --C major scale --identifying the musical alphabet --up to p16 in the pno book ACDC: Back in Black--DONE!!! Livin' On A Prayer by Bon Jovi --Everything up until the Chorus** --New fill at end of verse two; end of pre-chorus **PLEASE bring a binder/duotang for handouts on this one. [...]
How to improve kids pre-literacy and pre-numeracy skills? Early childhood is a critical time for developing fundamental skills that lay the foundation for future learning. Pre-literacy and pre-numeracy skills are vital components of a child's cognitive development, and incorporating music-related activities, and music classes into their daily routine can make the learning process not only educational but also incredibly enjoyable. [...]
Myles ACDC: Back in Black--DONE!!! ***NEW SONG: Livin' On A Prayer by Bon Jovi --Opening fill ("3e&a 4 & ") **Please bring a binder/duotang for handouts on this one. I'll be writing it out for you by hand Jonah Warmups (1min/ea) --Triplet Exercise (Goal tempo=120) --Sixteenth-note exercise (goal tempo=100) --Stick Control: ex. 57-64 (160bpm) Joel Rothman Book: Lesson 17** Dance, [...]