Hello Everybody!
Do you have a friend who has recently given birth or is expecting their first child, and you think they'd enjoy Music Together classes? Tell them about a very special introductory class coming soon:
A Baby Special
A 3-Week Intro Music Series for You & Your 0-9 Month Old
Bud’s Farmhouse Coffee
Begins March 17th
Join us for a heartwarming three-week music series designed especially for parents and their newborn–9 month old babies. Enjoy simple musical activities you can continue at home — all in a cozy, welcoming space.
Music nurtures early development, language, rhythm, and bonding — and it's one of the most joyful ways to spend these early months together.
Stay for a latte or tea afterwards.
Come make memories, music, and community.
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Coming Up—Maracas Song Collection
- Spring class schedule is available on our Class Schedule page. Spring registration opens Mar 2nd.
- Your returning family coupon code: SinginSpring26
- $175 (+NEW—$25 for 1st sibling above 9 months and under 5) If paying via Zelle, Venmo, check or cash, select that option when registering along with 'Pay Later.'
- New—A Special Babies Only Intro Class starts Mar 17th
- This week: Create a magnolia wreath with other moms this Thursday in a warm, welcoming environment. More info available at class or text Emily—at 865-207-6288.
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Parent Topics: Observations of Musical Development
Tonal Development: What We Notice First
In the early stages of tonal development, children often begin by briefly intoning a single pitch — usually the resting tone or the dominant of the music they're hearing. It could be a recording or a song we're singing in class or one you're singing at home.
Next, they will begin purposefully to intone more than one pitch, following the general contour (ups and downs) of the melody though not yet matching the pitches precisely. Here's an example: Can you hear Frere Jacques?
As development continues, their singing will begin to match some sections of a song more accurately — usually the beginnings and endings of songs. The process is complete when a child can sing an entire song in tune.
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