by Carol Biddiss | Feb 28, 2012 | 3-5 year-old, body percussion, child song, circle dances, drama and movement, finger play, games and dances, music activity, Music Curriculum, Preschool Music Lesson Plans, rhythm instrument, story song, teacher confidence
Are you nervous about starting teaching music in preschool? Why is it that you lack confidence? My guess is that you think you are not musical yourself. You don’t like singing in front of people. If that’s you then let me suggest a short lesson plan that...
by Carol Biddiss | Nov 6, 2012 | 1-3 year-old, 3-5 year-old, music activity, Preschool Music Activities, Preschool Music Lesson Plans
It’s time for a rant. This is aimed at parents but teachers may like it too. I just read an article about musical prodigies in which the author of the study claims that musical talent is nearly 50 per cent hereditary. Well so what? What is 50 per cent telling...
by Carol Biddiss | Mar 12, 2013 | Preschool Music Activities, Preschool Music Lesson Plans, teacher confidence, Training for staff
Adelaide Festival of Arts There’s an international festival of arts going on in our city and inspiration is flowing. As we drive through the streets and go to performances and exhibitions we see constant reminders of the good soul food provided by artists in all the...
by Carol Biddiss | Apr 10, 2017 | Research
Singing is not a rare ability given to a talented few In fact, it’s the word “talented” that can become a big problem for parents. Talent has become tainted. Following the powerful pull of Big Media, there’s a prevailing attitude of obsession...
