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What People are Saying . . . |
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What the Experts are Saying About Kindermusik (From the Kindermusik International website: http://www.kindermusik.com) "Kindermusik provides the sound nutrition to improve movement, listening, and expression in young children. Through activities and music making, skills for parents and children alike create inroads for the great orchestration of a family's hearts, minds, and bodies." "One of my strongest impressions of Kindermusik's work is the variety of musical selections that are there for children. The selections are of high quality and of considerable diversity, such that children can listen and respond to the music of Bach, Mozart, contemporary composers and cultural traditions around the globe. Kindermusik understands that children deserve opportunities to know a palette of musical colors, and thus through the program provide windows to the world of people and their artistic expressions. This rainbow of musical colors is the stuff that surrounds children through their Kindermusik training, so that their listening, movement, singing and playing possibilities are grounded in history and across cultures. These musical beginnings set children straight for a lifetime of well-considered choices in their musical and cultural valuing." "A major task for toddlers, that can confuse parents at first, is resolving the conflict between their passionate desire for closeness to their parents—after all, they are still barely out of babyhood—and their equally fierce drive for independence. Activities such as those in the Kindermusik Our Time curriculum provide toddlers this opportunity. A child can move into the circle during story time and actively participate if he wishes, or he can stay close to Mom or Dad and listen to the story being read. Given this security, most toddlers will naturally move to greater, and more appropriate, independence as they approach preschool age." "Current research has shown that movement is the key to learning at any age. Our brains fully develop through movement activities such as crawling, rolling, turning, walking, skipping, reaching, and much more. When children and adults participate in Kindermusik classes, they are developing both sides of their brains through structured and creative music and movement activities. Television, video games and computers have helped to produce a generation that struggles with learning problems, hyperactivity and obesity. Many of these problems can be helped through systematic music/movement exercises and patterns. Kindermusik classes have always been fun. Now I feel strongly that they are also part of our essential learning process!" "As an early childhood advocate, I have found good music invaluable as a teaching tool. Kindermusik has taken the art of combining music with learning to a new and higher educational level. When children experience music in their early years, it lasts throughout their lifetime . . . Kindermusik is pioneering a movement that will prove valuable to children for many years into the future. As a trainer, with more than 20 years' tenure, I thank Kindermusik for its contribution to holistic learning." "When introduced appropriately, music and literature play an amazing role in the development of infants and toddlers. I'm happy that Kindermusik has extended their programs to include this time of life when brain development is most vulnerable and parents are most in need of support and direction." "Kindermusik brings parents and children together for fun and education. The learning is active, engaging and developmentally appropriate. Children are exposed to diverse materials and are provided with rich opportunities for hands-on experiences with developmentally appropriate instruments. The joy is in the process of learning and the result is children who are more attuned in reaching their full potential." "Kindermusik is elegant in its integrated approach to a child's development. Physiologically, touch, movement, rhythm and sound are the keystones to developing a healthy vestibular system and optimizing nervous system and brain growth. The importance of having families working together, where everyone benefits from the sense of belonging, gets directly at the heart of what we, as a society, are needing at this time to raise healthy, loving children and ensure a world of peace. All of this is provided in the Kindermusik program." |
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From Village Parents- “Very kid-friendly and understanding.” Teresa – Mother of Shanoah, 13mos. “Her educational knowledge was added into the program well. Tamra was very intentional and helped us learn why we were doing something. I liked that the movement was intentional and fun. Sarah obviously had a good time.” Kathy – Social worker and Mother of Sarah, 17mos. |
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From Imagine That! – “Both Kimberly and I have really enjoyed the class and all the helpful information the teacher provided. Of all the CD’s we have for Kimberly, she always asks for her ‘Kindermusik music’. Now the whole family knows them! It has truly been a wonderful investment for our child!” Michelle – Mother of Kimberly, 3 From Kindermusik for the Young Child - "As a parent, I liked the way you personally greeted each child. Each child was allowed to play and experiment with the instruments, activities and songs much more than we could do at home. Laurie -Home-Schooling mom and Mother of Elizabeth age 6 |
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From Our Time Parents – “Experiencing Kindermusik with my daughter has brought us closer together. We have a lot of fun singing and playing together”. Chantz – father of Alicen, 2 “You know your stuff! We just love music class!” Dan – father of Kendra, 3 “Tamra worked so well with the 2 yr olds, even through their bad days, temper tantrums, etc. I loved Tamra teaching me how to give Lexi choices – it helped me calm down instead of yelling at her and made Lexi learn to choose.” Kat – mother of Lexi, 2 “We have really enjoyed your class...I really appreciate how knowledgeable you are and your experience really shows! I have seen major changes in my child, just like you said I would!” Ashley – Preschool teacher and mother of Brayden, 2 “Kindermusik has been a phenomenal growing experience for Elizabeth. I continue to be amazed in all her developmental facets. I know she would not be where she is without this rich environment. You are very knowledgeable and able to communicate with both parents and children.” Nichole – Mother of Elizabeth, 20mos. |
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Mini Camp Parents- “Tamra has great rapport with kids and their parents. She has great activities, songs, stories and teaches them in a way that makes my child want to come back for more. The activities were great for bringing home to try.” Jeanne - Elementary teacher and mother of Andrew, 3 “Tamra is amazing with the kids! She is very strong in music and movement. She was very organized and enthusiastic. My child absolutely loved this class. I loved the variety of activities and the natural flow to the class.” Cristal - Elementary teacher and mother of Ryan, 2 “Tamra interacted very well with the kids and their parents. Music and movement are such an important part of children’s development. This class combined this and many other wonderful things. I think this is a great way for parents and kids to connect. The class was great.” Sheila – Mother of Joshua, 4 |
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Lizbeth plays her Aussie Digeridoo when the “Zoo Train” pays a musical visit to the Koalas, Kookaburas and Kangaroos. |
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Elizabeth and Daddy press cookie cutters and seashells into the dough at a “Creatures at the Ocean” Summer camp |
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Creative child development - watching bubbles is a fun way to stimulate infant eye development. |
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From a fellow professional: Tamra is a Kindermusik® teacher (and most fortunate for me!) a volunteer for our kindergarten class. Tamra has been a big treat to have in our classroom about once a month. She coordinates a scheduled time with me and always ties her music and activities to what we are studying in class. During a math unit on Sea Creatures, Tamra brought in a CD of whale and dolphin sounds. And the children had great fun playing with a water-like opaque parachute and moving a beach ball on the “water.” Tamra has good control of our 5 and 6 year old students (27 of them!) and takes everything in stride – comfortable with how kindergarteners learn, play and interact. Her lessons are fast paced and intentional with a teaching focus. Tamra is well respected by me as a fellow educator and I would highly recommend her and her program. Music theory that is education based does wonders for every child and stimulates their brain, body and whole being in a very dynamic way. Jana Fitzpatrick – Kindergarten Teacher – Gubser Elementary |