If you’re looking for a music class for your baby, toddler or young child, you may be wondering what makes one class different from another.
Many children’s music classes include singing, movement, instruments and play. At Music at Heart, we do those things too. But our purpose is slightly different.
Our aim is not simply to entertain children for an hour.
We want to nurture a lifelong love of music.
Every Child Is Musical
At the heart of our work is a simple belief: every child is musical.
We do not believe musicality is something reserved for a talented few. We believe all children can develop musical understanding when they are immersed in rich musical experiences from an early age.
Our classes are designed to help children explore, enjoy and understand music through singing, movement, listening and play.
Leeds’ Only Specialist Kodály-Based Early Years Music School
Music at Heart is Leeds’ only specialist Kodály-based early years music school.
The Kodály approach is a child-centred philosophy of music education which believes that music belongs to everybody and that singing should form the foundation of musical learning.
Rather than focusing on performance, children develop musical understanding gradually through songs, games, movement and joyful participation.
Deep Musical Development, Not Just Entertainment
We believe music classes can be joyful, playful and educational at the same time.
Every song, game and activity in our classes has been carefully chosen to support children’s musical development.
Children learn pulse, rhythm, pitch, listening skills and musical confidence in a way that feels natural and enjoyable.
Many parents tell us they are surprised by how much their children absorb simply through regular participation.
Live Singing, Not Backing Tracks
Singing sits at the heart of everything we do.
Children learn best through real human voices and shared musical experiences.
Live singing allows us to respond to the children in the room, adjust the pace when needed and create a genuinely interactive experience.
It also helps children become active participants in music-making rather than passive listeners.
Led by Professional Musicians
Our classes are led by experienced musicians and music educators who are passionate about high-quality early years music education.
We believe children deserve beautiful musical experiences from the very beginning of life.
This influences everything from the songs we choose to the instruments we use and the way we structure our sessions.
A Calm and Nurturing Environment
Parents often tell us that our classes feel different.
We are not interested in creating a loud, overstimulating environment where children are expected to perform.
Instead, we create a gentle and welcoming space where children can participate in their own way and at their own pace.
Some children join in immediately. Others watch and listen before taking part. Both are valuable forms of learning.
Supporting the Whole Family
Music at Heart exists for families, not just children.
Our classes are designed to strengthen connection between children and their grown-ups while creating opportunities for families to build friendships and community.
Many parents tell us that the support, encouragement and sense of belonging they find in our classes is just as valuable as the music itself.
Music Belongs to Everybody
We believe every child deserves access to high-quality music education.
Through charitable funding, donations and partnerships, we offer free and subsidised places for families who may otherwise find it difficult to attend.
Because music should never be a privilege reserved for those who can afford it.
Come and Experience the Difference
The best way to understand Music at Heart is to experience a class for yourself.
Whether you have a newborn baby, a busy toddler or a child beginning school, we’d love to welcome you and help your family discover the joy of making music together.
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