At first, I was very skeptical and uncertain about teaching virtual music classes, and I’m sure I wasn’t the only one. If ever there was a moment to adapt to the times it was this past year, that parents were still skeptical for their children to attend in person lessons after the outbreak of the coronavirus.
A new way
We were all thrust into a new way of educating and learning, adapting with no notice. With music being omitted from many educational curriculums this fall, virtual learning becomes even more important. Children are still the most musical at birth. Early childhood musical exposure sets the stage for later successful music-making endeavors. These facts do not change.
It’s a family affair
After virtually teaching in both 121 and group setting, I am delighted with the participation and enjoy every minute. What does it look like? Siblings are dancing together, lots of laughter, pets joining in, parents taking pictures! The older siblings are volunteering to sing and chant solo patterns and even parts of songs. This modeling accelerates responses from a younger brother or sister. So much fun!
Will a child always attend to the screen? In ARTeach classes, we automatically program in the developmental level of the child. If a child wanders in class or is an active learner, wandering is bound to happen at home. We encourage the adults to participate, relax, and your child will return to you.
Benefits of music
Virtual or not, the benefits of music abound! Music education just for itself is wonderful, and other benefits include:
Language development
Social development
Cognitive development
Motor skill development
Memory growth
Self-expression
Music is joyful and brightens the day with smiles
Join us now
Now is the time to try a virtual class while we are waiting to return to the classroom in joyful, musical accord! Contact us today at info@arteach.co.uk and have a look at all your options here: www.arteach.co.uk
See you soon!
Marlen Vasilopoulou, Director of Music