TERM 1 IS UNDERWAY AND SWEET MUSIC IS WITH US EVERY DAY!

Are the songs you've been learning in class following you around during the week? If so, that's a good thing! At this stage of the term, repetition of the songs we have been learning in the first few weeks is really important for a variety of reasons. READ WHY HERE.

Planning a Birthday Party? Did you know Mini Maestros teachers can come and do a session at your little one's next birthday party? Reply to this email or get in touch with your teacher to find out more.

Do you have any friends you think may like to try Mini Maestros? Share this email with them so they can FIND A CLASS and join the fun and learning for the remainder of Term 1.

Diving Deeper - Learning to Listen

By Robyn Stewardson - Mini Maestros Coburg, Fawkner and Reservoir Franchisee

Still. Quiet. Listening to nothing. The littlest children in our classes are great at listening and the older ones get great at it. Funnily enough, it is harder for them as they get older, but the babies? They’re expert! That ability to just sit in the moment and focus, listening, in the case of our classes, to nothing – the absence of the music track we have just paused – is something that we adults can struggle with (we need to fill the space with ‘stop’ and ‘shhhh’), but not the babies.

CONTINUE READING HERE

Mini Maestros Moments

This is Savannah and her mum on a family holiday in Lakes Entrance, on their little boat watching dolphins. They love the water and spending time on their boat.

These pictures remind us of a Mini Maestros song "Our Little Boat." Maybe you have heard it in class?

“Come with me sailing, My little boat has room for two, Sun’s on the water, The weather is fine. Fish swimming under, Our little boat and me and you, Dolphins are jumping, There's birds in the sky…”

Thank you to Steph from Frankston for sending in these lovely holiday photos.

If anyone has photos to share please reply to this email with them and we may feature you in the next newsletter.

Scientists Find 15 Amazing Benefits Of Listening To Music

In this interesting article on Lifehack.org by Michelle Chappel, we learn 15 benefits, backed up by science, why listening to music is good for you at any age!

1. Music Makes You Happier
2. Music Enhances Running Performance
3. Music Lowers Stress and Improves Health
4. Music Helps You Sleep Better
5. Music Reduces Depression
6. Music Helps You Eat Less
7. Music Elevates Your Mood While Driving
8. Music Strengthens Learning and Memory
9. Music Relaxes Patients Before/After Surgery
10. Music Reduces Pain
11. Music Helps Alzheimer’s Patients Remember
12. Music Improves Recovery in Stroke Patients
13. Music Increases Verbal Intelligence
14. Music Raises IQ and Academic Performance
15. Music Keeps Your Brain Healthy in Old Age
READ THE FULL ARTICLE

Mozart's Requiem - Special Offer

Be transported by Mozart’s final work. The Australian Chamber Choir, directed by Douglas Lawrence, will present Mozart’s Requiem in a rare performance with instruments of the composer’s time. Close your eyes and imagine yourself in Mozart’s drawing room. From the first bar of the Requiem, two enchanting classical basset horns lend their plaintive voice-like quality to the magical sound of one of the most popular works for choir.

During their first ten years, the singers of the ACC have won the outspoken praise of audiences and critics in some two hundred concerts in Australia and Europe. The Requiem will be sung alongside Palestrina’s ethereal and rarely performed Stabat Mater in a one-hour concert.

Sunday 22 April 2018 3pm The Scot’s Church 77-79 Russell Street Melbourne, also in Castlemaine and Macedon.

The ACC is offering Mini Maestro parents and carers 10% discount off regular and premium ticket prices for a limited time only. Tickets are selling fast. Book online using the code word MAESTROS, or call 0452 531 750

Have you used our new ePack yet?

All students enrolled and paid for Term 1 have received a bonus Mini Maestros At Home Educational Activities e-Pack

This pack contains:

• An insightful update on the scientific link between active musical engagement (at any level or age) and brain development
• Activities to do at home with your little ones to help support their learning development (including music tracks)
• Some fun colouring and craft activities
• What to expect in class according to class level
• Student stories

Meeting The Head Office Team

Esther Bertram is Mini Maestros’ Marketing and Franchise Development Manager. Esther’s creativity and energy are evident in Mini Maestros’ online presence and promotional videos. She creates strong relationships with prospective and current franchisees, and firmly believes in each individual’s boundless potential. At Head Office, Esther’s positivity and drive are infectious. She often runs mini workouts for the team to energise them in the late afternoon, and inspires her colleagues to create ways to make personal dreams their reality.

We interviewed Esther about super powers, life advice and deserted islands.

CLICK HERE TO READ WHAT SHE HAD TO SAY

Kinderling Kids Radio

On the subject of listening skills, have you heard of Kinderling Kids Radio?

Kinderling is Australia’s most popular kids radio station, playing family-friendly music and shows for children aged 0-7. Founded by a group of passionate parents, they aim to introduce children to a fun, fabulous world of music, stories and creative expression.

Soundtrack to a child’s day, they play music for parents and children – everything from Sia to Sesame Street, Justine Clarke to Justin Timberlake.

Plus there’s stories and interactive educational programs that aim to develop kids' language, emotional development and school readiness.

Listen to Kinderling online, on DAB+ digital radio and on their FREE MOBILE APP.

Do You Have a Story, 'Bumblebee Travels' Entry or Photo to Share?

We'd love to hear from you! If you'd like to share your Mini Maestros experience, have a parenting story or photo to share, simply reply to this email with your contribution and we may feature you in the next publication.

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