The Child as Musician
A handbook of musical development
Second Edition
Edited by Gary E. McPherson
From Our Blog
If you're a parent, or soon to be one, you'll know that the imminent arrival of a newborn generates above all else a mile-long shopping list. Up there with the organic cotton onesies, on many parents' list is a CD entitled The Mozart Effect.
Posted on October 30, 2015
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In today's society, technology is fundamentally embedded in the everyday learning environments of children. The development of educative interactive apps is constantly increasing, and this is undoubtedly true for apps designed to facilitate musical development. So much so that computer-based technology has become an integral part of children's musical lives
Posted on October 23, 2015
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Every day after school, eager children cross the doorstep of a suburban Melbourne house. It's the home of Daphne Proietto, an exceptional piano teacher who gives lessons to children six days a week, entirely pro bono. While some kids would be more inclined to see piano lessons as a chore, these kids can't wait. The reason? Music for them is more than just an activity.
Posted on October 16, 2015
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