Music can play an important role in your child’s development, and studies have shown that listening to music can enhance a child’s learning ability while giving them an outlet for self-expression. Moreover, engaging in activities that require music, or participating in music lessons, can also help to hone your little one’s creativity in an enjoyable way. Encouraging your child’s interest in singing, dancing, or playing a musical instrument at an early age will benefit them as they grow, and it may even be a way to bring you closer together. Here’s a guide to nurture your child’s love of music.
Enroll them in music courses
New research has shown that children who take music lessons have better time management and problem solving skills, show increased self awareness, and are more responsible after one year of classes. Moreover, 85 percent of parents say that their child has a greater ability to finish tasks after taking music lessons. If your child shows an interest in music, whether that’s singing or playing the violin, guitar or piano, you can sign them up for online sessions with private feedback from instructors, or teach them yourself if you know how to play a musical instrument. If your child wants to learn how to sing, ask them if they want to learn how to sing pop, R&B, or musical theater so you can find the right vocal coach to teach them proper singing techniques for their chosen genre.
Have a family music night
Once a month, plan on having a family music night, when everybody can enjoy listening to or playing music. You can watch an online concert or a live concert at the park, or listen to buskers after having dinner in your favorite restaurant. You can also arrange to have a karaoke night at home, or spend the evening jamming while playing musical instruments.
Allow them to expand their musical tastes
Young children will listen to any kind of music, and as long as they love the song, it won’t matter which genre they’re listening to. So allow your kids to expand their musical tastes by exposing them to different types of music: play kid-friendly pop, classical, blues, jazz, rock, K-pop, or country. Not only will it help them develop a better understanding of music, but they’ll also gain a deep appreciation for music from different cultures.
Encouraging your child’s interest in music can help them as they grow. Try these tips to nurture your kid’s love of music, and discover how they can become healthier and happier when you add more music into their lives.
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