Music

 

Guitar Lessons with Dana Wright    

After completing the first study of its kind, researchers have discovered that very early musical training benefits children even before they can walk or talk. They found that one year old babies who participated in music classes with their parents smile more, communicate better and show earlier and more sophisticated brain responses to music. https://www.danawright.org/

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Why is music important for children?

 

• Music helps develop children’s language skills

• Music helps develop children’s self-esteem

• Music helps develop children’s listening skills

• Music helps develop children’s math skills

• Music helps stimulate children’s brain connections

• Music relieves stress

• Music makes transitions easier

• Music encourages creativity in children

 

 

“ Backstage offers 2 unique music programs for children ages 0-4. 

 

Baby Beats - Is in English  Click here for more information

Canta, Baila, y Aprende – Is in Spanish

 

Both programs are a parent/child class and both include singing, movement and the use of musical instruments. Often the use of additional props will be introduced into class; parachute, bubbles, scarves…