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Introducing Music to Baby
Incorporating Music Into Your Child's Life
By Melissa Granberry
Kid-sized Classes
Attending a music and movement class is one way to incorporate these activities into your child's life. Buchman teaches a class for preschoolers where she plays instruments, such as the piano and guitar, while singing and dancing with the children. The children participate in active listening, playing percussion instruments and finding the tempo by clapping and moving. Many local universities have similar child development music classes. There are also national programs, such as Kindermusik and Gymboree Music, which introduce young children to the fun and joy of singing.
Hear the Beat
Classical music is another important component of a strong foundation for your child. "The more children hear classical music, the more they will come to enjoy and appreciate the sounds and will want to create this music themselves," says Virginia Nance, administrator of the Michael P. Hammond Preparatory Program at the Shepherd School of Music at Rice University. "Many of the famous composers and performers were exposed to classical music from infancy." 
But how do we get our children to enjoy the classical music as much as they enjoy popular dance tunes? Involve them in active listening. While listening to classical music, see if your child can pick out the flute or violin. Also, have your child listen for a change in the music, such as the drums booming or the tempo quickening.
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