Start a new career this Autumn teaching Kindermusik in time for Back to school

If you are musical and looking for a truly flexible career that can fit around other commitments then Kindermusik could be for you. Enrol in Kindermusik Fundamentals training in June and be licensed by the summer and teaching for Back to School in September, when many families start new activities. Don't miss this opportunity. For more info contact teach@kindermusik.co.uk

or look at www.kindermusik.co.uk

Maestro Kindermusik educators celebrated

The following Kindermusik educators have been awarded Maestro status by Kindermusik International:
Jan Holt ( Burgess Hill)
Kate Pavey (Colchester)
Cath Smithson (York)
Wendy Steele (Bath)
Harriet Gore (Preston)
Vanessa Webb (Camberley)
Cynthia O'Mahony (Dublin)
The Maestro programme recognises licensed Kindermusik educators who master one of three levels in early childhood development:fast-growing programmes, outstanding community service and teaching excellence.
These UK and Irish educators join the elite company of the 300 Maestro educators identified as the top Educators of the 5000 educators in the world teaching Kindermusik.

Why do parents of nursery school children love ABC music and me?

Here's what one mum thought about Kindermusik:

"Lily and Beatrice have loved attending the ABC Music and Me classes led by Rebecca Gill at Hammersmith Bute Gardens - so much that they come in especially on Friday mornings just for music class even though its not one of their regular nursery days!

My husband and I have seen improvements in the girls' language and communication that we think the classes have brought about. Their love of singing and dancing has been heightened by the benefits these classes have given to their imagination. They can explore each topic and repeat the themes from each week and now have started to sing some of the songs at home even before they get the CD! I appreciate having the weekly feedback and home materials, so that I can ask them about the activities and songs they've enjoyed and encourage them further at home".

A great addition to Leapfrog's pre-school programme - many thanks for introducing it.

(G Napoli, mother of children at Leapfrog nursery, Hammersmith)

Get teaching Kindermusik by the summer with this fantastic offer

Sign up for Kindermusik Fundamentals training before the end of April and you can pay by installments without the admin fee. Thats around £65 for 4 months plus shipping/vat. Fantastic value. And you can be licensed in the summer to promote your programme in time for back to school

Contact Vanessa@kindermusik.co.uk for more details

Kindermusik nominated for Whats on for Little one awards

The voting lists for the prestigious Whats on 4 2010 awards have been announced and Kindermusik is among the nominees.

The award programme which is supported by Prima Baby magazine celebrates the best activities across the UK as nominated and voted for by parents.

Kindermusik is nominated in the Best National Baby and Toddler development activity and Best National Preschooler development activity. Educators Allison Brown and Suzanne Dunn have also been nominated for Most Outstanding Activity leader for the under 5s.

Winners will be announced in June.

To vote for Kindermusik just visit http://www.whatsonforlittleones.co.uk/

The arts and music reach Alzheimer's sufferers

A recent article in The Times showed how Alzheimer's affects the area of the brain that deals with logic but the part of the brain that deals with emotions isn't damaged in the same way. So people who may seem detached in this world can be reached by art, litetature and music and have a better quality of life.
http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/life_and_style/health/article704375.ece

The power of singing

Read the fascinating article about how singing helps stroke patients with speaking difficulties communicate. It appears that singing uses a different part of the brain from the area involved in speech which may have become damaged. So whilst a stroke patient may not be able to form intelligible words talking he is able to sing these and be understood.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/sci/tech/8526699.stm

More music for Kindermusik parents!

Kindermusik parents now have more opportunities to get music from the Kindermusik e-music site; http://play.kindermusik.com

All they have to do is enter the ISBN from one of their class books in the Class code field and get 10 free download credits.

Kindermusik partners with Asda Sporting Chance

Kindermusik educators from around the country have teamed up with Asda to offer free music and movement sessions over the next few months, to encourage children to get more active.

Check out the Asda Sporting chance website to find your nearest educators and get your children moving to music!

http://www.asda-sportingchance.co.uk/

Kindermusik Fundamentals training - now even better value

The Kindermusik Educator/ Business Owner's course called Fundamentals of Kindermusik has been designed to meet your busy schedule. It combines multimedia resources including downloadable workbooks on pedagogy and business, streamed videos and downloadable music. Students receive a training pack that includes the materials and instruments for a teaching practicum, providing you an actual teaching experience during the course. You also receive 2 DVDs that replicate the video available through online streaming in your Fundamentals classroom. This 8 to 15 week course lets you study at your own pace, in the comfort of your home, with the support and guidance of a personal mentor and business coach and a learning group of your peers. With the successful completion of Fundamentals training you will become a Kindermusik Educator with a Business owner license, ready to start your programme and teach. All for just £305 including VAT.

Welcome to Kathryn from South Africa to Kent!

Hi, I am Kathryn de Freitas and my passions are teaching, music and children! My first encounter with the Kindermusik programme was through a friend at the office.When the chance presented itself, my husband and I made the decision for me to opening my own studio and I qualified in November 2007 through Kindermusik South Africa. With a full battery of enthusiasm, I opened my doors in February 2008 - teaching from my lounge. At the end of February, the building of my studio on our premises began witha 4 week project eventually ending in July 2008 when I moved with very few students in to a rather bare studio. Growing weekly and more determined than even, I spent hours preparing lessons, props and so on. By April 2009 I received Maestro status shortly before leaving for the UK.
With our new home in Kent, I have every intention of growing a strong business over the coming months. I have seen plenty of special moments between parent and child and love to be part of the most important stories shared with each visit. But most of all I am blessed with the chance of sharing the gift of music to all who are in my classes.
For more info on Kathryn's classes contact pittapattacc@gmail.com

Kindermusik with Suzanne class photos

Look at these beautiful photos of children from Suzanne Dunn's Kindermusik classes having fun with music.Suzanne has been teaching Kindermusik in the Newcastle upon tyne area for the last 5 years with around 100 families. For more info contact szidun@aol.com

The power of music

Susan Hallam's 'The power of music: it impact on the intellectual, social and personal development of children and young people' presents more evidence that music enhances young people's physical and mental well being whilst also helping social skills.
www.ioe.ac.uk/Year_of_Music.pdf

Kindermusik in the snow

Many Kindermusik educators had to cancel classes last week because of the snow.
Educators will strive to offer classes next week ( Jan 11th). With more snow expected there may however be changes so please ensure to contact your local educator for latest information. Please take care if you are travelling to classes.

Kindermusik training offer

Enrol for training by December 31st and you will receive a $50 voucher to spend in our online store.

Kindermusik at the Baby Fair Guildford

Kindermusik appeared at the Bump, Birth and Baby Fair in Guildford on November 22nd.

Educators Liz Fowler (Guildford), Ali Wynne ( Haselmere) and Vanessa Webb ( Camberely/Chobham) had a great time talking to families about the importance of early childhood music education and signing them up for classes.

Do you have the Kindermusik gene?

Have you ever considered teaching Kindermusik? An increasing number of people are choosing to teach this quality music programme across the UK and Ireland because it provides a flexible, rewarding career with low investment upfront.

See www.kindermusik.co.uk/teach for more info

Kindermusik Ireland seminar

Educators from all over Ireland met on September 6th in Dublin for their first ever seminar. Thanks to all who travelled from some distance and braved the match traffic.

Kindermusik is rapidly becoming known as a quality music programme for children in Ireland.

Classes recommence this week so check out our class locator on http://www.kindermusik.co.uk/ for your nearest class.

(Finola Ryan Licensed educator from Ennis, photo Y Vaughan)

Why choose Kindermusik?

Research shows that children who attend Kindermusik classes are more successful at school!

Enroll now for Kindermusik classes starting in September

Kindermusik educators across the UK and Ireland will be starting new Kindermusik courses shortly so be sure to get your place.

Check out http://www.kindermusik.co.uk/ for your nearest class and remember all Kindermusik educators offer a free trial session.

Not sure what to expect in a class? Take a look at this clip:

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