Musical Express

All the activities in Musical Express are age-appropriate and alongside teaching your child musical skills, they will also be developing their fine and gross motor skills, their self-confidence and self-expression.

Under 2s

The classes are 40 minutes long and are structured so that the children begin to learn to anticipate the order. Each session includes the following:

Playing the instruments
Nursery rhymes
Action songs
Musical bumps
Circle songs
Puppets and props

Over 2s

The classes are an hour long and structured so that the children begin to learn some independence from their carer, using a wider variety of activities that will continue to develop their musical skills. Each session includes the following:

Instrumental playing
Action songs
A story with a musical element
Rhythm games
Development of musical skills such as dynamics, pitch and tempo
Music with movement

Over 3s

The classes are an hour long and are for children who are ready to be dropped off. Each session includes the following:

Basic musical notation
Interpretation of music through movement
Stories using the instruments to interpret and provide backing and sound effects
Rhythm games
Vocal skills

I ask that the child’s carer stays with them throughout the sessions, unless it is a ‘drop-off’ class, as they play a vital and valuable role in sharing the activities with the child.