Musikgarten is a highly acclaimed Early Childhood music programme from USA with 30 years of research on child development and psychology. They are the leader in Early Childhood music education–for children and teachers. Through its comprehensive educational programme, children from newborn to 6 years old will develop a deep affection for music and possess the […]
Some preschools follow a thematic curriculum every month or so. In the early part of the year, the children usually will learn themes such as “Myself” or “My Body”. I have the habit of creating a playlist for all the suitable songs for a theme. Keep reading to find out which silly song grew on […]
Bloom School of Music & Arts has created our very own Tutti Programme to build on the musical abilities our students have developed with the Musikgarten programmes, Family Music for Babies (FMB) and Family Music for Toddlers (FMT), and Tutti Tots (for 3 – 4 year olds). From the pianica, students are gradually introduced to the […]
Being the eldest child and the only girl among my cousins mean that most of the time I get new clothes. Growing up, in a bid to save money for more shopping, I accepted hand-me-downs, and have continued this habit, so that I have more money to spend on learning experiences for my children. Once, […]
The piano is a very popular musical instrument as it is flexible enough to be used for various styles of music, from classical to jazz. The first piano was invented in 1700 by Bartolomeo Cristofori, an Italian harpsichord maker. The word ‘piano’ derives from the Italian word ‘pianoforte’ which means ‘loud and soft’, named appropriately […]
With my eldest in P1 this year, I decided to join the school’s Parent Support Group (PSG) to help out in little ways. Recently I was invited to lead a group of parents for a parent-child bonding session. All of us had fun making this retro toy, and saving the earth at the same time! […]
(Enjoy this retro Earth Day anthem, complete with awesome guitar riffs by Neil Young while you read this post) Earth Day, which is celebrated on April 22, is a day dedicated to supporting environmental protection efforts. The modern environmental movement began in 1970 at the suggestion of then US Senator from Wisconsin, Gaylord Nelson, for a […]
Today may be April Fools’ Day, but we are definitely not pranking you, when we say: We were listed as one of the Top 3 music schools in Ang Mo Kio in 2017! 🎹🎺🎻🥁 To have children connecting and loving music, we, as parents and teachers, have the duty to foster and nurture them from […]
Ever wanted to become a rock star in your own band? Try your hand at making your very own guitar to rock that stage! You do not even need any expensive materials; all you need are some recyclable materials, and you have got yourself an exquisite, unique, limited edition guitar of your own. This is […]
With a full-scale concert-ready audio system, and a reputation for being the ideal venue for local music, Hood Bar and Café has continued to champion the cause in promoting local music, by giving homegrown artistes a stage and an outlet to express their originality via the Saturday Originals Session. The long-term aim of Hood Bar […]
