Music is an important part in Developmentally Appropriate research, I chose a musical instrument percussion set for kids. The age group I will be talking about will be geared towards 6 years of age and below. A percussion set typically consists of colorful egg maracas, castanets, maracas with handles, handbells, a tambourine, triangles with beaters, cymbals, and wooden jingle sticks. These little handheld instruments can be seen in musical classrooms, just as small play toys for a musical classroom, or any class with toys for various types of play. All of these instruments offer the student different ways to express themselves and connect with their peers in the process. With this set you are able to shake the tambourines or clash the cymbals …show more content…
By age 6 they will be able to use this percussion set to develop their ability to balance while dancing, and to further develop their finger flexibility while playing instruments. Physically, the musical set will enhance their overall general awareness. By allowing them to dance to the beat they create, it will also help build spatial awareness of their peers around them. In addition, dance will develop their balance while transferring weight around. Overall, the percussion set helps them release the endless energy they have at this age, all while using a productive outlet that builds awareness, and finger flexibility. They will be able to ride their bikes, and do more with the newfound balance and physical capabilities. As a result, the percussions set can help them become physically stronger, and kick-start their …show more content…
An important emotional characteristic would be the child feeling proud if he or she accomplished a new skill such as learning a song with their percussion set. Socially, the child could develop their social interactions with peers that help build their social foundation (McDevitt, 26).These skills can be shown by learning a new song with other children, and performing it for parents to build confidence. While playing with others, it can help them resolve conflicts, and build cooperation skills to help with peer relations. In the long run this small foundation of confidence in their actions can help them in the workforce to work with various types co-workers. In addition, they might enjoy showing the new skills off they learned at this young age. If they continue to work hard, this confidence can pay off for them to even own their own company or be an established leader in the
There are more than fifty different types of percussion instruments, possibly starting with the antique cymbals and maybe ending with the xylophone. There are many different classes of percussion instruments. For example there is Latin percussion instruments, Classic percussion instruments, and Modern percussion instruments. Most percussion instruments are played by shaking, using hands or using a mallet or stick and have stretched membranes. Percussion instruments also have been used to emphasize rhythm and to heighten climaxes.(1) The drums are part of the percussion instruments and is one of the world’s oldest instruments. An instrument, that is the only orchestral drums of definite pitch, is the timpani, which is also called the kettledrums.(4)
Many people do not realize the positive effect that popular music has on children. At a young age one of the breakthroughs for children is music’s benefit for language development. According to the Children’s Music Workshop, the effect of music education on language development can be seen in the brain. Studies have indicated that musical training develops the left side of the brain known to be involved in processing language and can actually wire the brain’s circuits in specific ways. The relation between both music and language development can also have advantages children. Listening to music can also improve children test scores and IQ levels. Dr. Schellenberg found that a small increase in the IQs of six year olds who were given weekly vocal and piano lessons. This leads to the fact that music is very helpful when it comes to education. Professor Christopher Johnson revealed that students in elementary schools with better music education programs sc...
The history and progression of wind bands and their instruments has shaped music in American history, helped create the music industry, and reflects pop culture trends we see today. Though many people may believe that music is not a huge part of history, it actually has created many jobs and opportunities for a lot of people. The instrumentation of bands and the creation of new instruments have influenced people to make music more than just a special skill, and into an actual career.
We are all familiar with the way children interact and play together. Through these interactions, it is clear to see their curiosity, energetic attitude, and friendliness. However there is one important part of their interactions that is overlooked. We often do not think much of kids humming a tune or combining small syllables into a little song, but if we paid close attention, we could see how music is so thoroughly integrated into a child’s life. After reading “Songs in Their Heads: Music and its Meaning in Children’s Lives” by Patricia Shehan Campbell, it became clear to me how children have a concept of music from such a young age, and in a lot of cases, their knowledge of music is not taught to them through school.
The American Music Therapy Association (AMTA) defines music therapy as “…the clinical and evidence-based use of music interventions to accomplish individualized goals within a therapeutic relationship by a credentialed professional who has completed an approved music therapy program” (ATMA, 2008). Though the writings of Aristotle and Plato are some of the earliest examples that describe how music can make a positive impact on both the behavior and health of an individual, music therapy is a relatively new concept (Degmečić & Požgain et al., 2005). In the Post-World War II era, experienced musicians began performing regularly in hospitals for war veterans that had suffered from physical or emotional trauma. These performances elicited perceptible, but surprising, positive physical and emotional responses. The physicians took notice and eventually began requesting that the hospital formally hire these musicians to aid in the recovery of these wounded soldiers. This practice eventually evolved into what is now known as music therapy (Degmečić & Požgain et al., 2005). By presenting evidence gathered in various research projects, this paper will attempt to introduce the reader to the benefits of music therapy. It will uncover the different aspects, methods and approaches to music therapy and how it positively impacts an individual with special needs and their family. The evidence presented will also dissect how this therapeutic method can be implemented in both a special education and general education classroom to help a child prosper and thrive as an individual. This information will ultimately exemplify how effective music therapy can be in a classroom that contains a child with special needs.
...hat the child can do as well, and take advantage of those skills as a foundation for building later skills.
Elizabeth Barrett Browning’s poem ‘A Musical Instrument’ was published in 1860; a year prior to her death. The poem in its entirety tells the story of Greek God Pan and how he created his musical instrument ‘pan flute’ which is famously associated with him as well as music. But that wasn’t the only thing that Browning had in mind when she composed the poem. Her poem focuses on deeper realities of arts and human nature. This can be further explored through her word and story choice and what it symbolises, behaviour of life forms around the river and what it conveys.
They have to be actively engaged in the music and participate in the class. This study shows that playing a musical instrument can help improve kids overall literacy skills and make them more successful (Locker). Also, musical training can help improve children's mathematical skills. In fact, famous scientists, like Albert Einstein, used to play instruments to calm their thoughts when struggling with a math problem.
The organ is an instrument that dates back to the third century B.C. The man credited for this invention is Ctesibius of Alexandria who invented an instrument called the hydraulis, which used wind maintained through water pressure to some pipes. Organs are most likely found in churches and are used during the services. Its divine pitch imitates that of a human voice and creates a beautiful sound that many find pleasing. There are three types of organs, non-piped, electronic, and mechanical organs. Non-piped organs are much like accordions and harmonicas. Electronic organs make electronically produced sounds through speakers. Then the mechanical organs are controlled usually by pinned barrels or book music.
Elizabeth Barrett Browning poem, “A Musical Instrument” is the portrait of human life in line with Nietzsche philosophy of life, art and creativity analogize and analyse the human nature and requirement for art and creation through the Greek myth “the Pan God” which resemble us as the God on earth though still part animal.
Music can enhance learning in other subjects as well. For example, in early stages some teachers will use music as a learning tool to learn math equations or the alphabet. Musical rhymes are also used to teach children how to write and learn the months and different seasons we experience each year. Some may argue that cutting music education would help lower the expenses of public education however, it is important that people have the opportunity to learn through different mediums.
... at this age level that are age appropriate and song that kids will enjoy. It will be my job to convince my students that music is cool, and when creating songs not include much movement.
When I started school at the age of 5, we were introduced to music. It was a beautiful, brown flute. This we played on, several times a week, for four years. When we stopped with the flute, we were introduced to other things, such as the guitar, the piano and drums. In this way, we learned notes, different beats and tones, and we often sang, as well. We always had something to look forward to. Even if not everyone is aware of this; music helps us with a lot. Many is sceptical to music in education, because they doesn't know how it contributes to their or their chi...
Playing musical Instrument as a hobby can be fun. It has a lot of benefits, including memory improvement and stress reducer. Music is an art which should be approached with intensity and great affection .Playing music as a hobby adds fun in life, peace, and fulfillment that lifts the spirit and make everyone involved enjoy. What then can be the benefit of playing a musical instrument as a hobby?
Learning to play any musical instrument, benefits an individual in all aspects of life, whether it 's academically, socially, physically, or emotionally. Instruments that were created to make musical sounds are categorized into five main groups; strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, and keyboards. And all it takes is dedication and admiration in order to successfully learn how to play an instrument. I believe that musicians, those who have musical ability, have an advantage over other individuals who don 't have the knowledge to play an instrument. Becoming a musician will also open up so many opportunities that are undeniably gratifying.