It is a fact that a child's musical development takes place over the course of many years - one of the key components to supporting that development is a developmentally appropriate environment. By participating in our Music Together class and playing musically at home, you have placed your child on a path of musical growth that will continue throughout their childhood. To help you visualize what that musical journey will be like to your child, and to help you understand some of the key musical milestones along the way, we are really excited to give each of you our brand new Music Together Growth Chart in class this week!
As you look at the chart you can see, no matter what age your child was when you started in Music Together, they are learning and growing musically. And you can see what they are likely to experience this semester - and in future semesters here. Keep in mind that each child is unique and develops in the way that is just right for them, so it won't always match what you are seeing exactly, but the chart will give you a good sense of what to expect as your child continues in the program and snapshots of the many types of musical behaviors that your child may demonstrate.
So, this week, take some time to explore the chart and to read through it. You may want to use the Musical Memories pages in the back of your Music Together songbook to jot down musical milestones that you are noticing or favorite moments that you don't want to forget. As you become more practiced in recognizing musical behavior in your child, you can begin sharing those milestones with friends and family, too. And don't forget to check out the Parent's Path on the back page as well because you are part of this musical journey too!
Please talk with your teacher if you have any questions about your child or experience here or at home.
~Lizz Anderson
Director
MusicalMe, Inc.
831-462-5195
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