Private music lessons are always a great step for students with an interest in music, but your child's interest in music can benefit from inteacting with YOU, too! Here are a couple of places to start:
- Sing and move with your child. It doesn’t matter if you think you sing well or not – studies show that parents who sing have children who sing. Turn on that car radio, or pick out some of your favorites on itunes and share the music you love with your child. (One of my favorite memories from my own childhood is singing “Barbara Ann” – and a myriad of other tunes from the 60’s – with my dad in the car.) Moving to music (or dancing!) reinforces your child’s sense of beat, creates self-confidence and can just be a lot of fun (and good exercise!)!
- Take your child to a classical concert. The Elgin Symphony offers a Family Fun series with concerts designed just for kids! The first one takes place on Sat., Oct. 28, “Halloween Spooktacular.” The orchestra will be dressed in costumes and you child can come in his as well! Go to www.elginsymphony.org for more details.
- Explore music online or write music online. Try any of the following on a rainy day:
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