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About Kindermusik International

I'm the Managing Editor and Community Manager for Kindermusik International. Among other tasks, I oversee the Kindermusik Minds on Music blog. I hope you find some interesting entries to read here. Check back often -- I'll keep the content cookin'.

FOL Fridays: Movement with Instrument Play

The developing brain is wired to learn as the body moves.  To achieve the precision of the mature brain, stimulation in the form of movement and sensory experiences during the early developing years is necessary.  Providing children with sensory-motor experiences, … Continue reading

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Thank you, Kindermusik!

Here’s a great story from a Kindermusik Parent – we had to share! Thank you to Fiona & Fiona’s Mommy for posting on the Family Gathering Forum. “Remember when I posted about when to start cleanup time with a toddler? … Continue reading

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FOL Fridays: Why Make Music Together?

When creating music together in an ensemble, or group setting, each participant has the opportunity to experience music with “greater harmonic color, musical depth, variety of sound, and rhythmic complexities” than when participating alone.  Ensemble opportunities also “stimulate and challenge” … Continue reading

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Babies Develop Fine Motor Skills Through Baby-Safe Instruments

Next to playing with mom, playing music is one of your baby’s favorite activities—and one of the most natural things your baby can do. Making sounds with easy-to-grasp instruments gives your baby an “I can do this” sense of accomplishment.Shaking … Continue reading

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Kindermusik and Your Child: Multisensory Equals More Memory and More Skills!

Your child needs more than exposure to music. Your child needs participation in music!  He/she thrives on emotionally engaging music activities which integrate sight, sound, touch, and movement. Through these joyful music experiences your child is learning to love music … Continue reading

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