A Cumberland County learning center has launched a new music program designed to teach young children rhythm, teamwork and developmental skills through hands-on instrument exploration. The Learning Experience in Mechanicsburg introduced its Little Musicians program, giving children age-divided lessons that introduce music in a way that supports growth and shared learning, local21news.com reported.
The program focuses on simple concepts such as cause and effect for the youngest participants as they explore instruments and sounds, according to the report. Center director Emily Bressler said music benefits children socially, emotionally and through fine motor development, as well as through connections made with instruments, teachers, friends and songs.
The 17-week program emphasizes shared learning among all enrolled children. Owner Maithili Desai said what is good for one child is good for all, and that children are eager for music time, looking forward to bringing out drums and shakers. At the end of each month, children can take instruments home to keep, allowing families to see the program’s impact and observe how the instruments grow with the children over time.
At the conclusion of the program, children will showcase what they have learned for their families, local21news.com reported.
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