Brooklin Town Crier, 5 May 2017, p. 4

The following text may have been generated by Optical Character Recognition, with varying degrees of accuracy. Reader beware!

4 Friday, May 5, 2017brooklintowncrier.com Our Brooklin Kids By Leanne Brown Is there a perfect age to start music lessons? This summer my daughter will be a junior bridesmaid at a family wedding. She has a small part that involves singing a little song. Ever the performer, she's excited about her big moment. However, there's a big difference between belting out a karaoke version of "Shake It Off" in the basement with your friends and standing up in front of 200 people. Since she's had no vocal training beyond elementary school concerts, I decided that maybe a few singing lessons might help. As I sat in the lobby of Brooklin's The Song Spot listening to piano scales and sweet voices wafting through the walls, I thought, "Wow, some of these kids are good! When did these amazing kids start music lessons?" Almost all children love music, but when do you know they're ready for lessons? Did you know that children can actually hear music in the womb? In fact, some seem to develop a taste for certain styles of music as a result. Age-appropriate music programs are easy to find whether in a group or individual setting. Begin with classes Classes for moms and babies are a great way to begin, even with children as young as six months. These classes are about 30 minutes long and include active participation with the parents. Programs designed for toddlers still require parental participation, but by this age, children are starting to actively engage in the class on their own. Many music teachers feel the ideal age for kids to start music is around age 3 or 4 years. Typically these programs involve props, dancing, and singing. Usually kids are introduced to rhythm instruments with the aim to expose them to different musical styles and rhythm. Once they hit about age five, you can start proper music lessons. Group piano or glee lessons with other children their age are a great way to start. You can also begin to consider private individual instruction. Piano/keyboard lessons are often easiest for children ages 5 - 7. These provide a solid foundation as children learn basic music theory and start to read music. Around age 7, instruments such as the guitar, drums and string instruments can be started. Children who have had some piano under their belt find it easier to make the transition to these. Most elementary schools provide an opportunity for children in Grades 3 and up to begin taking group lessons on many instruments. Participating in a band or choir at school with friends is an experience that's often fondly remembered. Keep it fun Music brings joy so it is important to keep it fun. Studies have shown music education enhances a child's comprehension abilities, assists with math concepts and the development of fine motor skills, and helps to build self-confidence. Many children with special needs have been known to excel at music even though they are unable to communicate or participate in regular structured activities. In general, music enhances the lives of both children and adults. As for my daughter, while she likely will never be able to sing like Celine Dion, she's having great fun. And, going forward, the basement karaoke might not send the cat into hiding as often. Community Calendar If you have a community not-for-profit event you would like included in the calendar, please email it to editorofBTC@gmail.com with the subject line "calendar."Priority will be given to Brooklin events. Some editing may occur. Sat., May 6 - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Doors Open Whitby & Brooklin (free admission) St. Thomas' Church, 101 Winchester St. Brian Winter, author & former Whitby archivist. Tours, archival display, slideshow art display of St. Thomas Church. Slideshow of environmental award-winning construction of new church featuring new Ferguson stained glass window by Sue Obata. Refreshments and lunch (cash only) Sat., May 6 - 8:00 am - 2:00 pm Community Yard Sale at Brooklin United Church (19 Cassels Rd. E). Small furniture, toys, books, household items, collectibles, etc. Outdoor space available to individuals for $25. For more information, call 905-655- 4141. Sun., May 7 - 10:00 am Walk for Alzheimer's: Terry Kelly Field at the Oshawa Civic Centre on Thornton Rd. Registration at 10 am. Walk begins at 11:30 am Entertainment from Ben Hudson Band walkforalzheimers.ca Mon., May 8 - 6:30 - 8:30 pm Power of attorney and Last Will seminar at Brooklin branch of Whitby Library Presented by Durham Region Police Contact Brooklin branch to register. Sat., May 13 - 1:30 - 3:30 pm Group 74: tickets now available for 17th Annual Victorian Tea. Exciting & fun new things planned to celebrate! A bake sale, special visit by a princess, children's prize table & more! Wear your favorite hat so you can be apart of our Hat Parade! Online links to order tickets: whitby.snapd.com/#/events/ view/1038936 group74.org/events/brooklin-victo-rian-tea facebook.com/Group74/ Sat., May 13 - 7:30 pm Organ Recital with Dr. Giles Bryant at St. Thomas' Anglican Church, Brook- lin. Dr. Bryant is the former organist and choir master at St. James' Cathedral in Toronto. Tickets are $20, $15 for seniors and students. Thurs., May 18 - 7:00 - 8:30 pm Sponsor a Syrian refugee family: Town Hall meeting at the Community Centre on Cassels Rd. Presentations and speakers to garner support and donations. All are welcome. Friday, May 26 - 4:00- 5:00 pm (4th Friday of each month) Teen Leadership Council at Brooklin Library The Brooklin Branch of the Whitby Public Library is looking for members for its Teen Leadership Council. Participants will share ideas, assist with special events and programs, and have a say about what goes on at the library. TLC members in grades 9-12 also earn community service hours for school. Students in grades 7-12 are invited to come to this month's meeting to see what it's all about! Snacks will be provided. No registration required. For more information, please email teenservices@whitbylibrary.ca. Mondays: 6:30-7 pm: French Family Storytime: Children of all ages and their caregivers are invited to join Madame Sue for our weekly French Family Storytime! Enjoy a half hour of stories and songs in French, with a dash of English too! Registration is not required. Just drop in! LOCATION: Central Library - Children's Program Room WORSHIP DIRECTORY WORSHIP DIRECTORY Burns Presbyterian Church 765 Myrtle Rd West (just 4 minutes north of Brooklin) 10am Worship, Kids Zone Fun & Nursery Care "Discovering God, Sharing God's Love" 905.655.8509 www.Burnschurch.org St. Thomas' Anglican Church 101 Winchester Road East Sunday Services: 8:30 and 10:30 am Sunday School & Nursery Program (10:30am) Wednesday 10:00 a.m. Communion and Healing Service 905-655-3883 www.stthomasbrooklin.ca Brooklin United Church 19 Cassels Rd. E. Sunday Services at 10:30 am Sunday School & Nursery Care www.brooklinunited.ca 905-655-4141 Come catch the Spirit! Renaissance Baptist Church of Brooklin 40 Vipond Road (Just West Of Library) Sunday Worship & Kids Program 10:30 a.m. 905-655-4554 www.brooklinrbc.ca We're here for Brooklin!

Powered by / Alimenté par VITA Toolkit
Privacy Policy