
S1Ep19: Top Tips For Music With Babies & Toddlers with Katie Verner
03/18/24 • 18 min
In this episode of 'Heard It Through The Grooveline,' host Will Bennett, founder of Grooveline Music Education, converses with Katie Verner, the owner of Little Music Stars, about the importance of early childhood music education. Katie shares her journey from musical theatre to founding Little Music Stars, highlighting the organization's unique approach to making music education engaging for children and their parents by incorporating diverse music genres and interactive activities. They discuss the benefits of music on children's cognitive and physical development, the positive impact of parental involvement, and provide tips for parents to enrich their child's musical journey at home. The episode also touches on the challenges and successes of running Little Music Stars, the importance of re-socialization post-pandemic, and ends with information on how listeners can learn more about their classes and resources online.
00:00 Welcome to Heard It Through The Grooveline!
00:19 Meet Katie Verner: From Musical Theater to Little Music Stars
00:39 The Journey of Little Music Stars: Music for Kids and Parents Alike
03:05 The Impact of Music on Children's Development
05:31 Engaging Parents in Musical Education
07:05 Music at Home: Tips for Parents
12:05 The Pandemic's Impact on Socialization and Music Classes
14:33 Expanding Little Music Stars: Classes and Online Resources
17:03 Celebrating BFA Accreditation and the Future of Little Music Stars
18:28 Closing Thoughts and Goodbye
Here is the link to the website - www.littlemusicstars.co.uk
Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/littlemusicstars
Instagram page - https://www.instagram.com/littlemusicstars/
www.groovelinemusiceducation.com
@groovelinemusiceducation on social media!
Looking for your next move as a music educator? Perhaps you want to start a new chapter in your career, build a new lifestyle after years on the road, or you're looking for the opportunity to create your own business but don't know where to start?
We are now recruiting pilot franchisees! Not your average owner/operator children's activity franchise - we are looking for business-minded investors to build a team, create a valuable asset for their future and help make a difference to the state of primary music education un the UK.
Grooveline Music Education is on a mission to reimagine and revolutionise primary music education.
We believe that engaging with music education at an early age is a crucial part of a child’s development. It provides an extraordinary range of cognitive, emotional, and social benefits that help children to thrive in all areas of their lives.
To do this, we are on a journey to bring Grooveline Music Education to schools around the UK. In order to meet our ambitious goal we are looking for passionate, like minded individuals who want to lead the music education revolution with us.
Sound like something you want to be part of?
Click below to find our more, download a prospectus or book a chat!
www.groovelinemusiceducation.com/franchise
In this episode of 'Heard It Through The Grooveline,' host Will Bennett, founder of Grooveline Music Education, converses with Katie Verner, the owner of Little Music Stars, about the importance of early childhood music education. Katie shares her journey from musical theatre to founding Little Music Stars, highlighting the organization's unique approach to making music education engaging for children and their parents by incorporating diverse music genres and interactive activities. They discuss the benefits of music on children's cognitive and physical development, the positive impact of parental involvement, and provide tips for parents to enrich their child's musical journey at home. The episode also touches on the challenges and successes of running Little Music Stars, the importance of re-socialization post-pandemic, and ends with information on how listeners can learn more about their classes and resources online.
00:00 Welcome to Heard It Through The Grooveline!
00:19 Meet Katie Verner: From Musical Theater to Little Music Stars
00:39 The Journey of Little Music Stars: Music for Kids and Parents Alike
03:05 The Impact of Music on Children's Development
05:31 Engaging Parents in Musical Education
07:05 Music at Home: Tips for Parents
12:05 The Pandemic's Impact on Socialization and Music Classes
14:33 Expanding Little Music Stars: Classes and Online Resources
17:03 Celebrating BFA Accreditation and the Future of Little Music Stars
18:28 Closing Thoughts and Goodbye
Here is the link to the website - www.littlemusicstars.co.uk
Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/littlemusicstars
Instagram page - https://www.instagram.com/littlemusicstars/
www.groovelinemusiceducation.com
@groovelinemusiceducation on social media!
Looking for your next move as a music educator? Perhaps you want to start a new chapter in your career, build a new lifestyle after years on the road, or you're looking for the opportunity to create your own business but don't know where to start?
We are now recruiting pilot franchisees! Not your average owner/operator children's activity franchise - we are looking for business-minded investors to build a team, create a valuable asset for their future and help make a difference to the state of primary music education un the UK.
Grooveline Music Education is on a mission to reimagine and revolutionise primary music education.
We believe that engaging with music education at an early age is a crucial part of a child’s development. It provides an extraordinary range of cognitive, emotional, and social benefits that help children to thrive in all areas of their lives.
To do this, we are on a journey to bring Grooveline Music Education to schools around the UK. In order to meet our ambitious goal we are looking for passionate, like minded individuals who want to lead the music education revolution with us.
Sound like something you want to be part of?
Click below to find our more, download a prospectus or book a chat!
www.groovelinemusiceducation.com/franchise
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S1Ep18: Fostering Musical Growth Through Theory and Therapy With Tiziana Pozzo, Music Tree London
In this episode of Heard It Through The Grooveline, host Will Bennett and guest Tiziana from Music Tree School discuss strategies for supporting children's musical education, regardless of parental musical knowledge. Tiziana shares her journey from studying in Venice to teaching in London, highlighting the importance of enjoyment in learning music, the challenges of rigid educational systems, and her personal experience with ADHD affecting her musical journey. The conversation delves into innovative teaching methods, including the significance of improvisation, creating a supportive environment at home, and the role of music therapy in understanding and addressing learners' needs. They emphasize the importance of parental involvement in their child's musical education, advocating for a nuanced approach that goes beyond traditional, exam-focused learning. The episode also touches on the value of exposing children to a variety of musical experiences to cultivate a deeper understanding and appreciation of music.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:42 Guest's Background and Musical Journey
01:52 Challenges and Triumphs in Musical Education
06:46 The Role of Parents in Musical Education
14:49 The Importance of Music Therapy in Learning
28:01 Innovative Approaches to Music Education
36:50 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
www.groovelinemusiceducation.com
@groovelinemusiceducation on social media!
Looking for your next move as a music educator? Perhaps you want to start a new chapter in your career, build a new lifestyle after years on the road, or you're looking for the opportunity to create your own business but don't know where to start?
We are now recruiting pilot franchisees! Not your average owner/operator children's activity franchise - we are looking for business-minded investors to build a team, create a valuable asset for their future and help make a difference to the state of primary music education un the UK.
Grooveline Music Education is on a mission to reimagine and revolutionise primary music education.
We believe that engaging with music education at an early age is a crucial part of a child’s development. It provides an extraordinary range of cognitive, emotional, and social benefits that help children to thrive in all areas of their lives.
To do this, we are on a journey to bring Grooveline Music Education to schools around the UK. In order to meet our ambitious goal we are looking for passionate, like minded individuals who want to lead the music education revolution with us.
Sound like something you want to be part of?
Click below to find our more, download a prospectus or book a chat!
www.groovelinemusiceducation.com/franchise
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S1Ep20: Soundpainting & Improvisation Tips With Joana Carvalhas
In this episode of Heard It Through The Grooveline, host Will Bennett, founder of Grooveline Music Education, is joined by Joana, an expert in sound painting and improvisation. Joana shares her journey from aspiring to be a doctor to becoming a professional musician, emphasizing the transition from classical training to exploring jazz and improvisation. The discussion delves into sound painting, a unique technique for musical improvisation developed by Walter Thompson, explaining its principles, applications, and how it can be an effective tool for music education. Joana offers insights into how parents and educators can introduce sound painting to children, fostering creativity and improvisation skills. The episode concludes with Joana sharing her own music and improvisational work, highlighting the practical applications of sound painting in professional settings.
00:00 Welcome to Heard It Through The Grooveline
00:45 Joanna's Musical Journey: From Childhood to Professional Musician
02:37 The Shift from Classical to Jazz and the Power of Improvisation
07:53 Discovering Sound Painting: A New Musical Language
12:43 Sound Painting in Practice: Engaging Students and Musicians
17:25 Bringing Sound Painting Home: Tips for Parents and Learners
22:13 Exploring Resources and Joanna's Musical Works
26:32 Closing Thoughts and Episode Wrap-Up
Website: joanacarvalhas.com
Instagram: @the.tiny.musician
Album 'Indoor Thoughts': https://open.spotify.com/album/5nwOjrxHBM5TA18aPQr3Lp?si=hQnwEntKS_iwYGldJz6jjg
Video playing live my song 'Porto Wine Cocktail': https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BAfqmklnLvo&list=PLLuwaBwn3YGcNVVa4dWBOWecqJ7g8aQ7X&index=2
Videoclip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xG3AoZ-baPA
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9tyAZ10NM9Ja6DcWyI2kAw
Some videos from soundpainting:
https://www.instagram.com/p/Cw8qLcNvNTH/?img_index=1
www.groovelinemusiceducation.com
@groovelinemusiceducation on social media!
Looking for your next move as a music educator? Perhaps you want to start a new chapter in your career, build a new lifestyle after years on the road, or you're looking for the opportunity to create your own business but don't know where to start?
We are now recruiting pilot franchisees! Not your average owner/operator children's activity franchise - we are looking for business-minded investors to build a team, create a valuable asset for their future and help make a difference to the state of primary music education un the UK.
Grooveline Music Education is on a mission to reimagine and revolutionise primary music education.
We believe that engaging with music education at an early age is a crucial part of a child’s development. It provides an extraordinary range of cognitive, emotional, and social benefits that help children to thrive in all areas of their lives.
To do this, we are on a journey to bring Grooveline Music Education to schools around the UK. In order to meet our ambitious goal we are looking for passionate, like minded individuals who want to lead the music education revolution with us.
Sound like something you want to be part of?
Click below to find our more, download a prospectus or book a chat!
www.groovelinemusiceducation.com/franchise
Heard It Through The Grooveline - S1Ep19: Top Tips For Music With Babies & Toddlers with Katie Verner
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Hello and welcome to another episode of Heard It Through The Grooveline. My name is Will Bennett and I'm the founder of Grooveline Music Education. I'm here to help you know how to best support the musical education of your child, even if you are not musical yourself. Today I am talking to Katie Werner, who is the owner of Little Music Stars. I'm excited to learn from you today, Katie. So could you perhaps just tell us a little bit about yourself and perhaps your journey through music, your o
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