Parents will often ask me, "What kind of music should I be playing for my child?" My answer is always, "Any and all, as long as it is of the highest quality." So, what is quality music? you may be asking. Well, Music that you and the child enjoy most is the first criteria. If you and/or your child do not enjoy the recording you have purchased, it will sit on your shelf collecting dust and you will just be asking yourself, "Why in the heck did I buy that junk anyway?"
Secondly, it should be music that speaks to the heart, is not trite in its approach, and has as its only purpose to express something musically. Which means, it should not be trying to teach your child how to do daily tasks (i.e. Wash your hands before a meal, using the potty, etc.), how to count, how to tell colors, or any other external concepts. Music which does this, gets old fast and is soon discarded. Why waste your precious money on it?
Finally, it should include real instruments (not electronically "synthesized"). if it includes singing, proper vocal production is essential.So, that being said, stay away from Disney Recordings, most childhood entertainers, and Sesame Street. Most parents know that you shouldn't plunk their children down in front of the T.V. and let them watch anything that comes on. I am asking you to do the same with the music to which your children are exposed. Be mindful and intentional and you will give your children a lifetime of musical enjoyment.
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