Dr. Nancy Snyderman did a great segment this morning entitled, "What's in that brain of yours?" She mentioned that a child's brain is 90% of it's adult size by the age of 6. Playing classical music for your child to listen to will make them smarter, right? Not true...it is the ACTIVE PARTICIPATION in musical activities that changes the way neurons work in the brain. In other words, Kindermusik is the single best choice for your child!!!!
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http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22425001/vp/28653920#28653920
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Speech
Some people have asked what I said in my speech, so I thought I'd post it here:
Good morning. I am Melissa Dawson and I’m the owner of Forest City Music Studio. I opened the studio in the fall of 2004 with just nine students the first semester. At this time, with the help of 8 teachers, we are reaching over 175 students each week. Our students range in age, from newborn babies in our Kindermusik program, to adults in private lessons.
Children aged newborn to seven years participate in our Kindermusik classes with their caregivers. A typical class includes singing, instruments, dancing, finger plays, exploration time, books, pretend play and more. We use music and movement activities to enhance overall development of the child, including physical, emotional, social, cognitive, language, and of course, musical development. A large part of our goal in the Kindermusik classroom is to teach parents how they can use music to engage their children at home.
Also, we currently offer private piano, voice, and guitar lessons. As demand increases, we will offer lessons for other instruments, as well. During private lessons, the teacher meets the individual needs and learning styles of each student. We especially enjoy the one-on-one relationships we’re able to build during individual lessons.
Our mission is to use our God-given gifts and passions to provide students and families quality music education with excellence, enhance human development, and create a life-long love of music.
Most of the teachers at Forest City Music Studio either teach in public or private schools, or are professional musicians. Two of our teachers were able to be here today. I’d like to introduce Krisinte Fritz and Jenniffer Keip.
We are so excited to be moved into our new location. The potential to serve more families is incredible and we’re looking forward to reaching even more students with quality music education. We are finding that during these difficult economic times, parents are choosing to make sacrifices elsewhere, to keep their children in our programs. We are honored to be part of the revitalization of Colonial Village Mall and more importantly, to be tenants of Heartland. We’re so thankful for our new landlord.
We will be hosting an Open House tomorrow night from 6:00-8:00. Everyone is invited to attend. Thank you for coming today. We look forward to sharing our new studio with you, the community of Rockford.
Good morning. I am Melissa Dawson and I’m the owner of Forest City Music Studio. I opened the studio in the fall of 2004 with just nine students the first semester. At this time, with the help of 8 teachers, we are reaching over 175 students each week. Our students range in age, from newborn babies in our Kindermusik program, to adults in private lessons.
Children aged newborn to seven years participate in our Kindermusik classes with their caregivers. A typical class includes singing, instruments, dancing, finger plays, exploration time, books, pretend play and more. We use music and movement activities to enhance overall development of the child, including physical, emotional, social, cognitive, language, and of course, musical development. A large part of our goal in the Kindermusik classroom is to teach parents how they can use music to engage their children at home.
Also, we currently offer private piano, voice, and guitar lessons. As demand increases, we will offer lessons for other instruments, as well. During private lessons, the teacher meets the individual needs and learning styles of each student. We especially enjoy the one-on-one relationships we’re able to build during individual lessons.
Our mission is to use our God-given gifts and passions to provide students and families quality music education with excellence, enhance human development, and create a life-long love of music.
Most of the teachers at Forest City Music Studio either teach in public or private schools, or are professional musicians. Two of our teachers were able to be here today. I’d like to introduce Krisinte Fritz and Jenniffer Keip.
We are so excited to be moved into our new location. The potential to serve more families is incredible and we’re looking forward to reaching even more students with quality music education. We are finding that during these difficult economic times, parents are choosing to make sacrifices elsewhere, to keep their children in our programs. We are honored to be part of the revitalization of Colonial Village Mall and more importantly, to be tenants of Heartland. We’re so thankful for our new landlord.
We will be hosting an Open House tomorrow night from 6:00-8:00. Everyone is invited to attend. Thank you for coming today. We look forward to sharing our new studio with you, the community of Rockford.
Saturday, January 10, 2009
Semester Starting Soon!
It's not too late! The Winter/Spring Semester starts the week of January 19th. We have a few openings, so you still have time to get registered.
Kindermusik is the single, best choice you can make for your child! There is no other activity your child can participate in that targets development in all areas of learning: cognitive, physical, emotional, social, language, and musical.
We're so sure you'll love it, we offer a Satisfaction Guarantee! If you are not completely satisfied by the fifth week of class, we will give you a refund of the tuition amount (not including materials).
Call today!!
Open House
New Location Open House
Friday, January 9, 2009
We had a GREAT turnout at the open house! The kids had a great time with instrument exploration in the new Kindermusik room. Everyone loves the new space!!!
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
On Thursday morning, January 8, we had a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony with the Chamber of Commerce. It was really fun to see the excitement of the people who attended.
The President of the Chamber of Commerce spoke and introduced me. Then I gave a little speech and cut the ribbon. It was fun to have some kids there to sit in front.
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