THE YEHUDI MENUHIN SCHOOL

Baby Menuhins music classes

What The Yehudi Menuhin School says

Baby Menuhins music classes are designed to help little ones aged 6 months to 4 years old develop natural responses to music, pulse, and rhythm and enjoy a gentle introduction to music-making, mindfulness and yoga. The classes are interactive and engaging and you can expect lots of singing and activities involving moving to music with instruments such as rhythm sticks, bells, and egg shakers, as well as scarves and soft toys.

The classes for two distinct groups: Movers and Shakers (6 months to 3 years) and Music Makers (3 to 4 years).

In Movers and Shakers your little ones will be sitting up, exploring with their eyes and hands and possibly starting to roam away from you. They’ll be able to reach and grab for soft toys, percussion instruments and other props presented to them, and we’ll be asking you to help us demonstrate using percussion correctly so your child can begin to copy and try for themselves. There's no right or wrong way to join in - we encourage children to participate at their own pace.

In Music Makers, we encourage children to participate independently of their adults and when they’re ready, join us on the mats on their own. Children are introduced to core musical elements: pulse, pitch, rhythm, improvisation, music reading, coordination, and creative expression in these structured classes. They will also be building on key social skills as they build friendships, sing and play together.

Our curriculum is structured so that your child will be building on what they learn from week to week. Therefore, the best way to get the most out of our classes is regular attendance and we encourage all parents to book for a full term. Classes take place every Tuesday and Thursday during term-time at The Yehudi Menuhin School in Cobham, Surrey, where there is free parking on site.

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About

The Yehudi Menuhin School provides education for musically gifted children from around the world within a nurturing and stimulating academic environment, regardless of their economic background. Founded in 1963 by the celebrated violinist Yehudi Menuhin, the school helps 90 exceptional pupils (aged from 11 to 19) to develop their talents to the highest level, with specialist tuition on the stringed instruments, piano, classical guitar, harp and composition.

Baby Menuhins is part of the School's Junior Menuhins programme which is designed to help children develop a love of music from the youngest of ages. The programme is made up of three strands and provides expertly crafted classes tailored to different age groups: Baby Menuhins (6 months to 4 years), Mini Menuhins (4 to 7 years) and Little Menuhins (7 to 11 years). At the core of the teaching philosophy is a strong emphasis on creativity and enjoyment and fostering an environment that encourages children to learn and play independently. Above all, Junior Menuhins places a primary focus on the development of musicianship, providing children with the essential tools they need to develop a lifelong love of music.

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