Grandmas and Grandpas Tune-in

It is possibly the shortest episode of the podcast so far and it offers a special invitation for you. If you have any comments or suggestions regarding the content of the podcast, you are welcome to share them with the listeners by contacting the host - Jolanta Gallagher: [email protected]

The piece of music played in this episode is Recuerdos de la Alhambra composed by Francisco Tarrega and performed by Andres Segovia.

This episode includes several bells-related activities for both children and grandparents - singing a song, story telling, playing home made "bells", movement to music and relaxation. The episode concludes with a beautiful music by Vangelis. Through those activities children will further develop a sense of beat and rhythm, and will learn the concepts of melody patterns, high and low pitch and harmony in music. 

Judith Clingan AM, a remarkable musician, composer and music educator shares her knowledge and experience with "Grandmas and Grandpas Tune-In". Discover how to find your singing voice and engage musically with young children.

"The Bells Family" is an episode rich in information about bells and other related instruments that will fascinate children as well as their grandparents. Part 1 finishes with a piano piece called "Campanella" (Little Bell) played by a 10-year-old child prodigy JONAH HO.

This episode offers 10 minutes of music that can lead you to your inner space of stillness and rest.

A musician's tale about the musical gift he received from his grandparents, and how it shaped his development and musical career for over 20 years.

More creative ideas to share with your grandchildren - learning music and having fun. 

The episode presents some practical ideas for musical activities built around a short, popular orchestral piece and a children's song. 

It integrates listening, singing, simple body percussion, movement and playing sound making objects to create a "musical omelette". 

Various sounds and music don't affect just us - they are emitted and also perceived by unexpected listeners: from bacteria to worms and insects, plants and trees. A fascinating topic to talk about with your grandchildren.  

A young rock band musician from Prague talks about his career, including his early childhood musical experience.