Is your child a Bourne Musician? At Bourne Musicians we offer a fun and informal introduction to music for children aged 9 months to 3 years old. We are based in Hollingbourne, near Maidstone, Kent.

Children respond to music even when in the womb, and it is our goal at Bourne Musicians to encourage and nurture the musician in every child. Each child's understanding and enjoyment of music is developed through activities that bring together the six key elements outlined by the National Curriculum: *Singing *Playing *Listening *Composing *Performing *Musical notation Children are divided into two classes dependant on age: Minims - Ages 9 months to 2 years Semibreves - Ages 2 to 3 years+

Minims

Musical games and action songs are used to help the children and parents/carers develop their musical confidence.
The use of percussion instruments introduces rhythm and notation concepts.
Children are also encouraged to listen to different music genres and learn basic instrument recognition.
Dancing and movement are also explored with the use of circle dances, ryhmes and musical games.

Semibreves

In slightly more structured classes both adults and children put into practice the musical skills they have learned.
In addition to musical games and songs, a new theme is explored each week, i.e.
Going to the beach/park/zoo.
New musical concepts are introduced: Loud and quiet, fast and slow, high and low, long and short.

Class Information

Classes are half an hour long, and are held every Friday morning, during term time, in Hollingbourne Village Hall.
The fee is £25.00 per term (Less than £2.50 per lesson!)
If you would like further information or to reserve a place for your child, please click on 'Contact Page' at the top of this page.