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How to Teach Music to Children: Video Series

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From humming to clapping out rhythms to playing the triangle, maracas, and more: learn fun tips and techniques on how to teach music to kids and introduce basic concepts of music to your child, in this free online video series.

There are 15 videos in this series:

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  1. Teach kids how to stretch the face, voice and body to prepare to sing and learn how plus get tips on teaching music to children in this free child music instruction video.

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  2. Teach kids to warm up their voices before singing and learn how plus get expert tips on teaching children about music in this free child music instruction video.

    Views: 2,690
  3. Teach kids about rhythm, whole notes and half notes and learn how and get expert tips on teaching music to children in this free child music instruction video.

    Views: 2,895
  4. Teach kids about rhythm, quarter notes and eighth notes and learn how plus get tips on teaching children music in this free child music instruction video.

    Views: 2,150
  5. Teach kids about clapping out rhythms and learn how plus get expert tips on teaching children about music in this free child music education video.

    Views: 2,431
  6. Teach kids how to use wood blocks to tap out whole note rhythms and learn how and get tips on teaching children about music in this free child music education video.

    Views: 1,045
  7. Teach kids about tapping out half notes, quarter notes and eighth notes with wood blocks and learn how in this free child music instruction video.

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  8. Teach kids how to play the triangle and learn how and get tips on teaching music to children in this free child music instruction video.

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  9. Singing songs with hand motion choreography is a fun way to teach your children about music. Learn how to teach kids songs with hand motions in this free child music instruction video.

    Views: 2,852
  10. Singing songs with hand motion choreography is a fun way to teach your children about music. An expert shows how to teach kids a song using hand motions in this free child music instruction video.

    Views: 1,312
  11. Playing the maracas is easy and fun for kids. Learn how to teach kids how to play the maracas in this free child music instruction video.

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  12. Playing the maracas is easy and fun for kids. An expert shows how to teach kids about playing the maracas in this free child music instruction video.

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  13. Learn how to teach kids about breathing and diaphragm techniques plus discover a fun diaphragm exercise for children in this free child music instruction video.

    Views: 1,751
  14. Kids love to hum! Learn how to teach kids about humming and how it aligns the resonators in this free child music instruction video.

    Views: 1,041
  15. Kids love to hum, and it's a great way for them to learn about music! Watch an expert show how to teach kids about humming in this free child music instruction video.

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The benefits of teaching children music lessons at a young age have been well documented. Research suggests that children who are exposed to music and music theory perform better in tests of memory, literacy, mathematics and general IQ. The effect of music on the brain also seems to promote creativity and help children learn coordination, cooperation and concentration. In this series of free video lessons, you’ll learn some effective methods for teaching music to children. Expert Dani Rhodes offers tips and techniques that will help you teach your child and have fun at the same time, including face and body stretches, voice and breathing warm-ups and entertaining rhythm exercises with wood blocks, triangles and maracas. These free how-to video clips are great for introducing your children to the simple basics of music education.

 
About the Presenter

Dani Rhodes Dani Rhodes is a professional actress, singer, dancer and musician based in New York City. She also teaches all of the above throughout New York. She is a proud member of Actors Equity Association and has starred in countless musicals and show tours all over the United States. She is presently in production on her debut album. You may contact and see/hear more of Dani at http://youtube.com/danirhodes.dkdk

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