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Mini Musos is an early years music & movement programme established in 2010 by Karen McMahon, aimed primarily at children aged 0-5yr old and their primary carer to enjoy together. Using music as a median to stimulate the five main areas of early childhood development: Language, Social, Emotional, Cognitive & Physical.
The sessions are broken down into milestone specific age groups, ensuring the children learn and grow in a safe and stimulating environment. Using a mix of live and pre-recorded music Karen will bring you and your little ones on a musical journey, using props, untuned percussion, body & voice.
Parents of children aged 0-5 years old are required to be present for the workshops and parents of children aged 6-18 years are asked to stay closeby. There is a café within the building where the workshop will take place.
TICKETS
Music Workshops for 0-2 yr olds who are linked to one of the 3 Childrens’ Disability Network Teams in Waterford click HERE. Music Workshops for 0-2 yr olds who are not linked to one of the 3 Childrens’ Disability Network Teams in Waterford click HERE. Music Workshops for 2-5 yr olds who are linked to one of the 3 Childrens’ Disability Network Teams in Waterford click HERE. Music Workshops for 2-5 yr olds who are not linked to one of the 3 Childrens’ Disability Network Teams in Waterford click HERE. Music Workshops for 6-10 yr olds who are linked to one of the 3 Childrens’ Disability Network Teams in Waterford click HERE. Music Workshops for 6-10 yr olds who are not linked to one of the 3 Childrens’ Disability Network Teams in Waterford click HERE. Music Workshops for 11-13 yr olds who are linked to one of the 3 Childrens’ Disability Network Teams in Waterford click HERE. Music Workshops for 11-13 yr olds who are not linked to one of the 3 Childrens’ Disability Network Teams in Waterford click HERE. Music Workshops for 14-18yr olds who are linked to one of the 3 Childrens’ Disability Network Teams in Waterford click HERE. Music Workshops for 14-18 yr olds who are not linked to one of the 3 Childrens’ Disability Network Teams in Waterford click HERE.
2:00 – 2:30PM: 30 Minute Workshop for children 0-2yrs
Baby Bop 0-2yrs is a class designed specifically for babies & young toddlers. Most of the activities are floor based, on the primary carers knee, or on soft foam mats providing a safe space for your child to explore, stretch, crawl and interact with other young children. We will move, sing, sway and play together.
2:40 – 3:10PM: 30 Minute Workshop for children 2-5yrs
Music Makers 2-5yrs is an energetic faster-paced class for older toddlers & pre-school aged children with parents present. Introducing the mini musos to early musicianship as they continue to learn through creative play & music. Moving to a steady pulse, tapping rhythms on instruments, finding our voice, exploring timbre, tempo & dynamics, fine tuning their aural skills during stop/start activities, this class is vibrant, active & full of magic!
3:20 – 4:00PM: 40 Minute Workshop for children 6-10yrs
As it is close to Halloween we will explore some fun Halloween-themed songs through vocal exploration, soundscapes percussion-based activities and move to the spooky sounds of Halloween.
4:15 – 4:55PM: 40 Minute Workshop for 11-13yrs
Join Karen from Mini Musos in this FUN and engaging body percussion workshop that uses the body as the instrument to create interesting and creative sounds, through pulse and rhythmic coordination. The workshop will engage memory & sequencing skills as well as promote the use of music as a means of encouraging well-being. By the end of the session the children should be able to perform a short body percussive piece for their friends and families.
5:00 – 5:40PM: 40 Minute Workshop for 14-18yrs
Join Karen from Mini Musos in this FUN and engaging body percussion workshop that uses the body as the instrument to create interesting and creative sounds, through pulse and rhythmic coordination. The workshop will engage memory & sequencing skills as well as promote the use of music as a means of encouraging well-being. By the end of the session the children should be able to perform a short body percussive piece for their friends and families.
These workshops are organised by Maria Rockett, Occupational Therapist, Waterford South City Children’s Disability Network Team. Maria Rockett will be present for all workshops in a supportive capacity. There is priority booking for parents of children and adolescents who are linked to one of the three Childrens’ Disability Network Teams in Waterford. Places are also available for children and adolescents who are not linked to a Childrens’ Disability Network Team.
