A spot of music
Running out of things to do at home with the whānau? Why not check out these musical links and incorporate them into your daily routine? You don't have to be a musician - a little confidence and creativity will go a long way!
Best of Story Time RNZ - The latest and greatest children's stories and songs from New Zealand. Ngā pūrākau me ngā waiata nā Aotearoa.
Start your day with a little singing with Mornings with Papa Tom or Kath Bee. These fun and catchy songs will quickly become family favourites. Remember, group participation plays a crucial role in fostering a genuine appreciation for and enjoyment of music.
David Walliams' Marvelous Musical Podcast is perfect for a little lunchtime listening. There are 10 episodes (around 15 to 20 minutes each) with topics ranging from Beethoven, one of history's greatest and grumpiest composers, to a whole episode dedicated to some of the weirdest instruments created by human beings, including a vegetable orchestra!
Richard Gill was undoubtedly one of Australia's most treasured conductors and music educators. His Music Education Masterclass from 2016 was delivered as part of the National Music Teacher Mentoring Program in Australia - a practical source of inspiration for both music students and educators alike.
Keen for some stimulating late-night talk? Grab a cup of tea and watch musician Bobby McFerrin demonstrate the power of the pentatonic scale at the 2009 World Science Festival. This video shows that humans have a universal appreciation and understanding of music, independent of culture and training.
MENZA Music Learning at Home - These activities have been designed to support wellbeing in our bubbles through Whanaungatanga, Manaakitanga, Ako & Mahi Tahi.
ARTS:LIVE contains a range of fun, creative ‘at home’ activities for children of all ages to enjoy. There are craft, art, media, dance and music projects for children and adults to do together or individually. Whatever you’re looking for, we’re sure you’ll find something fun to do, at home!.
ARTS:LIVE is user-friendly, so you don’t need to be an expert in the arts. The activities have been developed by artists and teachers, and are accompanied by easy to use videos, images and activity sheets so you can get the most out of ARTS:LIVE, and have fun in the process!
Online Music Lessons
Lewis Eady ONLINE Music Lessons, for students or all ages and levels.
Our Lewis Eady music teachers are motivated, committed, musically qualified and love sharing their knowledge - musicians teaching music! We teach instrumental music to students of all ages and stages - ENROL TODAY!
“We look forward to making music with you online, at home!”