Frequently Asked Questions
What can I expect from a baby or toddler music class session?
Both our Baby Music Classes and our Toddler Music Classes designed to be engaging and developmentally enriching for both you and your child. During the class, you can expect activities that involve singing, rhythmic movements, musical stories, exploring world music and “high information music”, and instrument playing. We create a nurturing and interactive environment where you and your baby can bond through music. Each session is carefully structured to stimulate your baby's senses, promote cognitive growth, and encourage social interaction with other parents and babies. Our goal is to make each class a fun and educational experience for both you and your little one.
What is neuromusical research, and how does it relate to baby music classes?
Neuromusical research is a field that explores the connections between music and the brain. It focuses on understanding how music impacts cognitive development, emotional well-being, and motor skills. In the context of baby music classes, neuromusical research serves as the foundation for designing our classes. We utilize evidence-based techniques and activities that have been proven to stimulate neural pathways and foster neural plasticity, which help which speech encoding, motor development through rhythm, and enhancing social skills and empathy. By incorporating these findings, our baby music classes provide a unique and enriching experience that can positively influence your child's growth and development.
What sets your baby music classes apart from other music programs for infants?
Our baby music classes stand out for several reasons. Firstly, our music and curriculum has been created whilst referencing neuro-musical research, designed to specifically support brain and cognitive development in infants. Secondly, our instructors are highly qualified musicians and performers, and have undergone our training, ensuring a quality learning experience whilst maintaining a fun and entertaining learning environment.
As our music and lessons are created specifically from referencing evidence-based studies, we believe our approach to infant development distinguishes us as a unique choice for your baby's musical journey.
At what age can I start bringing my baby to your music classes?
Our Baby Music Classes start from 4 months and continue to 12 months of age, and our Toddler Music Classes cover the ages from 1 to 4 years old. If you have multiple children at different ages and would prefer to have them in the same class then that is absolutely something we encourage! Get in touch with us to discuss options, and let us know your children’s ages so we can recommend which class would work best for your situation.
What are the benefits of enrolling my baby in a neuromusical-focused music class?
Enrolling your baby in a neuromusical-focused music class offers numerous benefits. These classes can enhance cognitive development by improving memory, language skills, and problem-solving abilities. They also promote emotional development by fostering creativity, self-expression, and a sense of joy in music. Additionally, our classes provide opportunities for social interaction, helping babies develop early social skills and a sense of connection with others.
By nurturing a love for music and developing musical skills from a young age, children who have experienced early music education often display enhanced musical aptitude as they grow older. Their comfort with musical concepts, ear training and rhythmic understanding makes the process of learning an instrument more enjoyable and successful.
Overall, our neuromusical-focused music classes create a stimulating and supportive environment that can contribute positively to your baby's overall growth and development, and provide them with the necessary foundation to understand and excel in their instrument of choice as they grow older.
For further information, you can check out our blog “How Music Enhances Early Childhood Learning”, which delves into essential studies that underline the advantages of music during the crucial early years of life:
How long is each class, and how often should we attend?
Each baby music class typically lasts 40 minutes, and each term follows the ength of the current school term (typically 9 to 11 weeks). We recommend attending classes once a week to establish a consistent routine for your baby's musical development. Regular attendance allows your baby to become familiar with the music, the instructor, and the other participants, enhancing the overall learning experience.
Clothing / What should my child wear?
We want your child to feel comfortable and enjoy their music class experience to the fullest. To ensure a safe and enjoyable environment, we recommend dressing your little one in comfortable clothing that allows them to move freely and participate in various activities.
Comfortable Clothes: Dress your child in clothing that is easy to move in and suitable for activities like dancing, singing, and playing instruments. Avoid outfits with restrictive or uncomfortable materials.
Shoes: For safety reasons, we require all participants to wear shoes with non-slip soles. Bare feet or socks alone are not permitted during class for to prevent injury, slipping and ensure a secure footing.
By following these clothing recommendations, you'll help create a positive and enjoyable music class experience for your child.
Do I need to have any musical background or experience to participate?
No musical background or experience is required for parents or children to participate in our classes! Our program is designed to be accessible to everyone, regardless of the parent’s prior musical knowledge, or the child’s exposure to music so far. Our instructors will guide you through the activities, making it easy for both you and your bub to engage with the music. The emphasis is on creating a joyful and inclusive musical experience that benefits your child, and is also fun and engaging for both the children and parents.
Is it safe to expose my baby to music at such a young age?
Yes, it is safe and beneficial to expose your baby to music from a young age. Research has shown that early exposure to music can have a positive impact on a child's development, including cognitive, emotional, and social aspects. Our baby music classes are designed with your baby's safety and well-being in mind. We use age-appropriate music and activities that are gentle and engaging, creating a nurturing environment where your baby can explore and enjoy the world of music while benefiting from its developmental advantages.
What specific activities or techniques do you use to support brain and cognitive development in babies?
We incorporate evidence-based activities and techniques in our baby music classes to support brain and cognitive development. These activities include pitch and interval recognition, interactive songs and musical stories, rhythms and rhythmic games (including exploring more complex odd-time signatures), listening and interacting with world-music and “high information music” , sensory experiences, and movement exercises tailored specifically to the developmental needs of infants. Our curriculum is informed by neuromusical research, which highlights the importance of music in enhancing neural connections and cognitive skills. By engaging in these activities, your baby can benefit from language development, improved memory, and enhancing social skills and problem-solving abilities, while enjoying the joy and fun that music brings.
Are there any instruments or materials I should bring to class?
You don't need to bring any instruments or materials to our classes. We provide all the age-appropriate instruments and props needed for each session, and all instruments are cleaned and fully sanitised before each session (we also don’t re-use instruments between classes, hygiene practices are very important to us). Your focus should be on enjoying the music and activities with your baby. If your child has a favourite rhythmic instrument (shaker, tambourine, drum etc) that they’d like to bring to class then they are more than welcome. Our goal is to make the experience as convenient and enjoyable as possible for both you and your child.
How can I register for your baby music classes, and what is the cost?
Registering for our baby music classes is easy, and can be done by following this link:
Feel free to reach out to us with any queries or for any registration assistance. We look forward to welcoming you and your child to our classes!
Do you offer any discounts or promotions for multiple siblings?
Yes, we offer discounts and promotions for families with multiple siblings enrolling in our classes! We offer 50% off the cost of the second child’s enrolment. When booking a class through our online shop, you can add-on the second child via the button below the “add to cart”. If you’d like to participate in classes with more than two siblings then please get in touch with us to discuss costs and further discounts for multiple enrolments.
Can you recommend resources or activities for reinforcing music learning at home?
Absolutely! We believe in the importance of continuing the musical journey at home. We provide resources and suggestions for parents to reinforce music learning with their babies outside of class. You will be provided with a list of recommended songs, musical games, and age-appropriate activities to do at home. These resources will help you create a musically rich environment at home and continue to nurture your child’s love for music and cognitive development.
How can I contact you if I have additional questions?
We welcome your questions! You can easily reach us through the contact information provided on our website here:
We are available via email, phone, or through our contact form. Please don't hesitate to get in touch. We look forward to assisting you!
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