Jolly Babies - the start of our musical journey and a delightful first introduction to music. A half hour of bouncing, singing, percussion and movement where you can bond with your baby, have fun and make friends.
Babies start from 12 weeks- some even younger. Classes are small and carefully structured for young babies, starting gently, building to a stimulating middle section and then slowing to a calm ending. A chance to get away from it all and enjoy time with your baby! From birth to approx 12/14 months.
For older babies (at least 12 months) there is Jolly Babies Moving On. These classes encourage the babies to participate by taking a more physical role in a Music with Mummy style class. They last for one term and build a bridge between Jolly Babies and the more proactive Music with Mummy classes. Class leaders who offer Jolly Babies run these classes.
Benefits of Jolly Babies
1. Experiencing music as a pleasurable activity.
2. Developing a sense of rhythm; initially through the carer’s movement and then through their own movement.
3. Enhancing bonding through the shared experience of music
4. Promoting speech development.
5. Encouraging the idea that music and singing can be an integral part of everyday life.
6. Developing social skills and experiences.
7. Having fun and making friends for both baby and carer.