5 Reasons to Bring Your Baby or Toddler to Music Class

We’ve all reaped the benefits of having music in our lives from its healing power to its ability to make us move, groove and boogie down! But did you know that music can help your baby or toddler crush their developmental milestones too?! Here’s How:

Socialization

The experience of playing, listening and moving in a group with others fosters empathy, cooperation, cohesion and moral development. 

Gross & Fine Motor Skills

In music class, children are able to practice gross motor skills through movement and play. Introduced to rhythm sticks, egg shakers, drums and pianos, even the youngest learners are able to practice their fine motor skills too.

Cognitive Development

Engaging your child in music classes exposes them to spoken word as well singing using visual aids and imaginative play. Music that is sung fosters children’s language development and participating in making or listening to music itself promotes intellectual growth. 

Self-confidence

By learning songs, finger plays or even routines, children master new skills which aids in the development of self-confidence. Additionally, having special time with care-givers allows children to feel safe and secure, which also helps their self-confidence.

Communication Skills

Communicating and understanding intentions goes beyond sentences and speaking. Understanding tones, facial expressions, and body movements and what they mean is also part of communication. Exposure to this during music class helps children start to understand the different layers of how we communicate with each other.

Group music classes are a great way to start your child’s music education on the right note! Register HERE.