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Disliking Their Music
Asked by L.C. from Denver
on May 24, 2011
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You'd think this post would be about a teenager but...nope...it's about a 5-yo. She definitely has a lot of songs she likes already and is starting to like artists etc...
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- She wil definatly be listening to stuff you dont like in the future. Set up some rules, have her only listen to it when you aren't around, its okay to do that. you ar...
- I don't listen to Taylor Swift but I totally think it rules that she knows how to play the guitar. So many pop artists seem to not know anything beyond tying their sh...
- My 3 yr old listens to alot of differnent music and we do not discourage her from that. She listens to alot of our music. We like 80's hair bands and stuff from, black...
Seeking Advise for Music Classes
Asked by K.L. from Seattle
on February 5, 2010
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I have been wondering for some time and I am curious to see what are some of the most well known musical instruments taught to kids nowadays. I have 2 boys, ages soon...
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- I learned violin first, because we couldn't afford a piano and we moved too much anyway to lug one around. When I went to college as a viola (looks like a violin, sou...
- Hi K., My husband has an old friend who's now a music teacher. We asked him the same question, and his suggestion was to start with voice/singing. He says it's a ch...
- I come from a musical family and not everyone learned piano first. I didn't because we couldn't afford one but still sat first chair in band. It has to do with natur...
"The Music Class" for My 8 Mo Old Son
Asked by B.L. from Atlanta
on July 4, 2008
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I was interested in enrolling my son in a music class. He is only 8 mos old, but I found a place that will allow children that young. I just want him to be exposed ...
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- I took both of my children to The Music Class. We attended at Vinings and East Cobb. Our favorite instructor was Miss Anna. She is wonderful and my children thoroughly...
- We have done the music class 2 times, one at the old alabama location and one at the johns creek location. Both with Miss Stephie. She was great and the program is w...
- Both my children went to the Music Class located on Old Alabama Road in Roswell. It is a great class with very good instructors. My children are now turning 10 this...
Kids Music Adults Can Enjoy Too?
Asked by C.P. from Los Angeles
on March 5, 2012
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Anyone have any music for young children that you enjoy listening to? I love Raffi as much as the next person, I just thought maybe there is someone new or a little le...
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- We love The Beatles, and my kids love Led Zeppelin and The Grateful Dead too! We also listen to a lot of Americana music and a lot of bluegrass. Check out Donna the Bu...
- Joe Rielly from Ann Arbor has some eco-message songs that are fun! (or it could be Reilly).
- Christian music is always safe! K-love rocks!
Music Lessons.
Asked by J.B. from Boston
on June 7, 2011
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My son started guitar lesson a year ago, when he was 9 and loved it. Over the past 6 or so months, he never picks up the guitar. We have threatened to cancel lessons...
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- I had the same problem when I was a kid, but with piano lessons. I loved to play, but didn't like to practice. My parents would try to force me, until I cried one da...
- I would ask his teacher if he's doing well... if he's not, then practice is necessary. He may just be good enough to not need to practice so much.
- It's normal for kids to "enjoy" something without wanting to "practice" it. I would suggest you get the teacher to comment that he doesn't seem to be progressing and ...
First Time Instrument
Asked by K.J. from Los Angeles
on September 6, 2008
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My 9 year old son came home from school and announced that he wants to participate in orchestra. He's interested in the Saxophone because both of his cousins played S...
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- Hi K., Any instrument your child is interested in is the right one. Any instrument will be hard at first, whehter it's a wind or a string or even the drums. Also,...
- The important thing is he wants to play. That's great. Let him choose an instrument and try it out. Don't lose anything by trying, right? About the drums, you can alwa...
- Awesome!! I have 4 in high school band ( 1 senior, 1 jounior, and 2 freshman)this year and they have all been playing since 5th grade. The older 2 play trumpet and fl...
Looking for Musician for 3 Year Old Bday Party
Asked by J.E. from St. Louis
on April 1, 2009
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Hi Mommy's- I am planning little guys 3 yr old bday party... He loves music and I was wondering if anyone has ever had someone playing guitar or bongos or any music at...
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- Hi, J., I have been a Kindermusik Educator in the area for 14 years, and I offer Kindermusik Birthday Parties. It is an interactive music experience, more then just...
- I worked at a preschool for 10 years and we ALWAYS loved having Mr. Saxophone come visit. You can book him on his website at www.mrsaxophone.com
- ask Sandy, i believe she had someone at Lucas' 1st bday party and i believe other girls used same guy...
Clarinets
Asked by R.K. from San Francisco
on March 15, 2008
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My 14 year old son would like to play the clarinet. His music teacher recommended several but they are expensive. Can someone recommend a brand for a beginner?
Than...
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- I would definitely recommend renting any instrument for a kid, and not buying until they've played for a while and you can be sure they will like it and stick with it....
- Check on E-bay. My son is playing the Euphonium (smaller tuba). We found a brand new one on e-bay that was very resonable. You could also check with your local "Fre...
- Hi R.! Because this is the first year of the clarinet, I would recommend that you rent a clarinet until a definite interest is shown. It has been our experience ...
Violin or Piano?
Asked by S.K. from Birmingham
on June 15, 2010
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My boys appreciate music and want to try playing different instruments. I think they are ready for some formal training in an instrument. I want to ask you mammas, bet...
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- I vote for the piano...more social, and you can play different kind of music.
- I would ask the boys what instrument they would like to learn to play - it could be that neither violin nor piano appeals to them, but they would love to learn saxopho...
- Do your children have a preference? I think that if they want to play the instrument it should make some difference in how much they practice and how far they progress.
Teacher Playing Favorites
Asked by J.C. from San Francisco
on September 3, 2008
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We are struggling with a teacher who is blatantly playing favorites in class. My son is in the 7th grade music program at a new school. It is the band director at the...
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- Make an appointment to talk to the teacher about your concerns, if the teacher still does not answer your appointment request, then get the administrator involved and ...
- Hi J., I am a current middle school teacher and realize that this is a tough time for many kids. Teachers are there to help all the students and not to play favorite...
- I'm wondering if it is the same teacher my son had band for his 6th and 7th grade and started to struggle and decided he didn't want to go anymore, and then dropped ou...
