Away We Go on the Harmonica!

Our toddler theme this session is Away We Go, which is all about trains, cars, boats, and other things that go, go, go!  Each family received 2 harmonicas specially designed for toddlers.  If you’re thinking that harmonicas are only for drifters and jazz musicians, think again!  Here are a couple of videos you might enjoy.  [...]

Sleigh Bells ~ Ella-Style!

This week, our Wiggles & Giggles toddlers are listening to jingle bells and playing along with “Sleigh Ride” by the incomparable Ella Fitzgerald.  So I thought, why should the Our Time families have all the fun?  Here is a fun little video featuring Ella singing “Sleigh Ride” with some animation. Enjoy, and have a great [...]

Babies Singing ~ Too Cute!

Here is a precious video I stumbled on to.  If you were wondering if infants get something out of hearing or making music, wonder no longer! Have a great week!

Twelve Days of Christmas ~ Updated!

Three years ago, I posted a video of Straight No Chaser singing their a capella version of “Twelve Days of Christmas.”  This is still my most popular post to date.  I recently found an updated performance video of this song, and it’s still absolutely phenomenal. Enjoy, and Happy Holidays from Julie’s Music Brioso!

Sleigh Ride from Japan

Here’s another fun Christmas performance video for you to enjoy.  This is a Japanese children’s group doing “Sleigh Ride” on marimbas.  My mother and aunt played the marimba, so they would love this. Have a great week!

Lunch at the Food Court? Hallelujah!

Here is a recent performance of “Hallelujah Chorus” from Handel’s Messiah, at a food court of all places!  I love seeing these impromptu musical performances at malls, train stations, and other public places.  I wish I could be around to see one live, but for now I’ll have to be grateful for YouTube.  Enjoy!

Happy Thanksgiving from Julie’s Music Brioso!

Next week, Julie’s Music Brioso will be taking a break for Thanksgiving.  The Wednesday morning Village class will meet as scheduled, but there are no other classes or piano lessons that week.  I wish for you delicious food, safe travels, and warm memories with family and friends.  And, for a laugh, here once again is [...]

Beethoven for a New Generation

A fellow Kindermusik educator shared this video of a 3-year-old conducting along with the 4th movement of Beethoven’s 5th symphony.  I believe this little guy has so much music inside of him, it can’t help but escape.  Check it out: Enjoy, and have a great week!

Halloween Week 2010

It’s time for Halloween Week 2010 with Julie’s Music Brioso!  During this week’s Kindermusik classes, feel free to come to class in costume.  Miss Julie will be dressed up, too!  We’ll take some pictures and do some fun Halloween-related activities during class.  Please note:  For those families attending class at Leigh’s School of Dance, we [...]

Some Great Advice

A fellow Kindermusik educator shared this video, and I just had to share it with all of you. What advice would you give your “new mom” self?  I think I would say, “Relax and enjoy the ride!”  Have a great week!