How to instill in children a love of music?

How to instill in children a love of music if you really want your child to become involved in art in his life? Since time immemorial, people have been surrounded by music. The singing of birds, the rustling of trees, the murmur of water, the whistle of the wind can be called the music of nature.

In order to develop a sense of beauty in children, to teach them to love and understand music, it is necessary for children to be surrounded by music from the very first moments of their lives.

Children’s development in an atmosphere of music

Music has a beneficial effect on children even before birth. Pregnant women who listen to calm classical music, read poetry, enjoy the beauty of paintings, architecture and nature pass on their emotions to their children and, on a subconscious level, they develop a love for art.

From a very tender age, babies perceive sounds. And those parents who try to protect them from noise and harsh sounds are completely wrong. It is best when the soothing, gentle melodies of classical music sound while you sleep. There are many musical toys for the youngest children; when choosing them, make sure that the sounds are pleasant and melodic.

Methodologists, teachers, and psychologists have developed many early development programs. All classes should be held to cheerful, lively tunes. Children can passively perceive the melody or listen; in any case, the music should sound unobtrusively and not too loud, and not cause dissatisfaction and irritation.

Starting from 1,5-2 years of age, children can:

• sing simple children’s songs, this helps to listen to the words and melody, thereby developing an ear for music and developing correct speech;
• practice rhythmics and dancing, developing motor skills and a sense of rhythm. In addition, these classes teach you to listen to music and move smoothly and harmoniously;
• master simple musical instruments and make friends with good toys. It is necessary to buy children a variety of children’s musical instruments – these are colorful toys that emit bright light, mechanically play popular children’s songs, as well as educational musical toys: singing dolls, animals, telephones, microphones, players, dance mats, etc.

Starting lessons and choosing a musical instrument

Children who grow up in an atmosphere of music develop a desire to learn to play very early. It is necessary to take into account all factors: age, gender, physiological and physical characteristics, and choose the musical instrument that the child likes best. Kids will learn to play with great interest, but this will not last very long. Interest and desire to learn music and play the chosen instrument must be tirelessly supported.

Do not forget that children cannot concentrate on any subject or activity for a long time, so perseverance and attention must be nurtured and developed. Classes can begin even from the age of 3, but lessons should take place 3-4 times a week for 15-20 minutes. At the initial stage, an experienced teacher will skillfully combine games and activities using drawing, rhythm, and singing to maintain interest and concentrate attention. From 3-5 years of age, music lessons can begin on the piano, violin or flute, and at 7-8 years on any musical instrument.

Music and other arts

1. There is music in all films, cartoons and computer games. It is necessary to focus children’s attention on popular melodies and teach them to listen and remember music;
2. visiting children’s theaters, the circus, various concerts, music shows, museums and excursions raises the intellectual and aesthetic level of children, but when choosing, you must be guided by common sense so as not to cause harm;
3. at ice skating rinks, during holidays, during breaks in the theatre, at sporting competitions, in many museums, music must be played, it is worth emphasizing and focusing the attention of children on this;
4. musical costume parties and home concerts should take place with the active participation of all family members.

It is very easy to instill in children a love of music for many years if, from early childhood, they grow and develop to the wonderful sounds of melodies of Russian and foreign composers, and initial music lessons take place unobtrusively, in the form of a game.