For children ages 2-6
(click here for children ages
7-9)
Kids LOVE rockin' out to their favorite tunes with live music! Su's concert
engages even the youngest children with songs, stories, and an irresistible
enthusiasm that gets them Moovin' and Groovin'! Su uses a guitar and a hand
drum and begins with a simple song that helps children warm-up their bodies
and voices. She continues leading them through familiar songs and also teaches
some new ones, sometimes changing the words to integrate non-bias, non-competitiveness,
and inclusive and multi-cultural ideas.
Most songs involve the children in moving either part of their bodies or their
whole body. Sometimes Su integrates recorded music so she can work directly
with the children and inspire them to move creatively with scarves, ribbons,
and other props. Su also uses finger puppets and flannel board as a fun way
to share stories.
Concerts are always participatory and fun-filled, creating an environment
that welcomes the magical moments children inevitably create. Su draws out
even the shyest child by allowing them their own time and space while reaching
out to them in a gentle loving way. Concerts close with a joyful circle.
We'll sing, create
dances, do some theatre, and play co-operative games where we all work together
and everyone's a winner! Creative movement structures, props, instruments,
taped music, singing books, and found objects will be used to inspire creative
movement explorations and pieces. Children are encouraged to work/play both
together and independently, in a supportive, guided atmosphere. Children's
ideas are welcome and encouraged.
Themes
* Fairies
* Clowns
* Insects
* Prince and Princesses
* Animals
* Trains, Cars, and Buses
* Drumming
* Rainbow
* Valentine's Day or Everyday Celebration of Love
* Monster Mash
* Dancing Magic
* Sign Language
* Singing Stories
* Moving Stories
