Music Activities for Kids in Darling Downs

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Choirs for kids in Brisbane

Lots of research suggests that singing is great for both your physical and mental health. What better way to give your kids a stress release, a way to improve their health, and an opportunity to socialise with others their age outside a school environment?

Is my child old enough to start violin?

Somewhere between four and eight years is the best time to begin a violin journey. That’s a wide range, and your child will fit in based upon a number of factors such as the child’s maturity, motor control, available family time and most of all: your level of patience as a parent. This test will help you determine if now is the right time.

Tips to encourage your child to practice playing a musical instrument

It never ceases to amaze me how much difficulty some parents find in encouraging their child to practice playing a musical instrument. Very few younger aged students will practice of their own volition. Not many five year old kids will say to their parents “Now please excuse me, I am about to head into my room to practice the piano for the next hour or two”. However, we have found that the more actively parents are involved, the more the child will feel there is a reason to practice.

How to Get Your Child To Practice Their Musical Instrument

There is only one thing more magical than watching an expert musician who is lost in their own craft; that is, being that musician. Become one with an instrument produces a sense of flow, enjoyment, confidence and pure bliss. A musician can lose themselves to something greater than them alone. Which is why you are doing your child a massive favour if you know how to make practice both fun and rewarding. Here’s how to best get your child to practice, without the tears.

Cornet for kids

Give your kids a chance to play in concert bands with the cornet! In its modern form, the cornet is a brass instrument that resembles the trumpet and is often used in classical music. If your kids love playing solos in brass bands, then the cornet may be instrument for them!

Conducting for kids

We've all seen refined gentlemen acting as conductors of grand orchestras. But did you know kids lessons are available in music conducting? Learning to conduct is a great exercise for kids which educates them about a range of things about music. It can also improve their brain function and social skills in ways that will benefits lots of other areas of their lives.

Bouzouki instructor teaching a child how to play the instrument properly.

Bouzouki for kids

Let your kids delve into the wondrous world of bouzouki playing! Although one of the more underrated activities for kids, bouzouki offers a unique sound and a wide-range of songs to be learnt and played. Bouzouki lessons lets children develop a profound sense of virtuosity due to the thorough and focused approach of playing traditional songs.

A young boy plays basooon and harmonizes with companions

Bassoon for kids

Get your kids to groove with the low buzzing tune of the bassoon! The bassoon is one of the woodwind instruments belonging to the double reed family. In Australia, the longest running classical music label, Move, offers bassoon music, like songs from the Melbourne Bassoon Quartet. For kids who'd love to play the bass voice, the bassoon is the perfect instrument!

Bagpipe for kids

Let your kids connect with other cultures by playing bagpipes! Bagpipes are musical instruments that use enclosed reeds fed from a constant reservoir of air in the form of a bag. They are traditionally used to provide music for dances and funerals. Get your outdoorsy kids to play this loud instrument!

This young girl is preparing for a viola recital

Viola for kids

Fine tune your kids love of music! Enrol them to viola lessons for kids, and watch their love of music grow as they learn to play classical and contemporary music.

Ukulele for kids

Introduce your kids to the charm of playing music with the ukulele! The ukulele is a great instrument to begin your childrens musical journey, given their small and lightweight bodies. Get your kids to start playing this tiny and quirky instrument!

Children playing a piece from a score using a French horn

French horn for kids

Get your kids to play tantalizing sounds on the French horn! The modern orchestral brass French horn originated from early hunting horns and was only used as a musical instrument starting the 16th century. It slowly grew popular in orchestras after musicians began using the French horn as an instrument. Let your kids stand out with this instrument!

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21-07-2019 by Jennifer

My two boys have loved Kindermusik. The classes are entertaining, interactive and educational. The home materials are a lot of fun and are great for car travel too. Diana is a warm, engaging and knowledgeable teacher who displays an obvious passion for her profession.

Answer from Kids Discover Music on 17-03-2022:

Thank you so much Jennifer!

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25-06-2015 by Melanie

Great class - so much more than singing and dancing. My toddler has learnt so much

Answer from Kids Discover Music on 26-07-2015:

Thank you. I love how it just seems like we are having fun in class but behind the scenes, children are learning life skills that will help them learn more easily in school and beyond.

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24-06-2015 by Catherine Lyons

Diana is a wonderful teacher, we have been attending since my daughter was 3 months old.. this program has taught my daughter alot, it is also informative for the mothers as well... I can highly recommend the program!!

Thanks. I love that Kindermusik gives parents information about their child, how they learn and how to help them reach their potential.