Back when my boys were young and we were still new to homeschooling, I purchased Music Ace Deluxe. Over the past 7 or so years we have made good use of this amazing program. It truly does make learning music theory fun. I’ve used this with a child as young as…
Art is fun! A couple of years ago I stumbled on a unique idea that combines art, music, and active little kids. It takes the concept of musical chairs and adapts it slightly. How to play Set up stations with paper, paint, paintbrushes, and cups of water. I did five…
When my oldest son was almost 9, we purchased a guitar and a DVD program for him to start learning how to play. I started him out in the Alfred’s Kid’s Guitar Course and required him to practice 10 minutes per school day. I realize 10 minutes isn’t very much, but…
For our Bible time during our school day we often have a music time where the boys choose a favorite praise and worship song. I brought out the toy box with musical instruments the day before so the boys decided that it would be a great time to play instruments…
My boys are taking trumpet lessons this year. I give them their lessons at home. While their instrument of choice is not the trumpet I am using this year to help them understand the dedication and work that goes into learning an instrument. While I am not an expert trumpet…
