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The workshop we attended provided insights and information about the links between brain development, physiological development and music and movement that were such a complement to the work we have already begun in class and gave us rich musical experiences to enhance the students understanding in a friendly warm and relaxed environment.
Janet is an excellent facilitator, who shared her wealth of materials, resources, knowledge, understanding, experiences and enthusiasm for music with young children in such a warm and open manner.
My students were inspired by her vast range of original songs that she and Wendy have composed and recorded that cover a vast spectrum of daily experiences for children in exciting and fun ways. Combining wonderful resources, percussion instruments and toys to add more interest and meaning gave students opportunities to extend their own portfolios plus have the option of purchasing some of the outstanding resources that KMC have for sale. The music KMC have produced is a vital part of our class room learning and is such a strong link to the New Zealand culture and children's lives that it has become an integral part of the Music content of my papers.
"Lessons based on Kids Music Company material are always successful. The songs and activities are user friendly and the children easily relate to the subject matter. The lessons reflect the Orff philosophy covering speech, rhyme, movement, body percussion, playing untuned and tuned percussion instruments. The original material is fresh, exciting and the children enjoy the humor. On A High Note I and II have given my choirs hours of fun and singing which was also enjoyed by audiences of staff and parents. The Kids Music Company series provides a solid base for several years of music teaching."
"The best workshop I have been to in years. I was delighted with it. It was informative, fun and most of all hands on and I was inspired by the new resources."
"Wendy and Janet have a wealth of successful music education experience in both school and community settings. Their refreshing personalities, quality resources and total commitment to sharing their approach have proven to greatly enhance music learning for others."
"Professional Practical = Perfect
Prepare yourself to be enthused and inspired! Wendy and Janet's love of music and wonderful resources will lift your spirit and your music programme. The children and staff at Pinehill School, from year 1 to year 6, are jumping and jiving, singing and stomping to the "KMC" beat."
"As the only fully academic school of the arts in New Zealand, I cannot stress enough the importance of starting the appreciation and understanding of music at the earliest age possible. The confidence and overall outlook of the child is increased 10-fold. This then ripples over into all of their education. Kids Music Company has successfully done this for years, with great results."
"Kids Music Company has produced a number of excellent resources for young children and those in primary schools. This material is fresh and original containing activities that motivate children to say, sing, move, dance, play and improvise. Their workshops are enthusiastically presented and are filled with fun for everyone."
I have taught music in the Nelson region for 12 years. Kids Music Company resources are the best I have used. Kids love the songs and the instrumental ideas are excellent. I thoroughly recommend them."
"We find the Kids Music Company workshops are motivating and practical; a great way for our staff to learn new songs and routines. We always come away with fresh ideas for our music and movement sessions. Most exhilarating."
"My classes really enjoy your ‘On A High Note’ CDs. All the 5 year olds join in, clapping and singing. The year 6-8 children anticipate me picking up the CD and cheer when the transparencies go on the OHP! If a non-musical person like me gets a cheer at singing, the resource I'm using must be good. Can't wait for number 3."
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