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Sing-Along, Play-Along! Free Printables for Little Musicians
Looking for an easy way to nurture your child’s love of music at home? Our free Sing-Along Storybook printable activities make music learning playful and hands-on! With coloring pages, rhythm games, and movement exercises that mirror our Sound Beginnings classes, your little one can explore melody, rhythm, and story-based music fun before stepping into the studio.

Let's Play Music
Oct 132 min read


Sing, Read, and Play: Our Sing-Along Storybooks
Bring storytime to life with Let’s Play Music’s Sing-Along Storybooks! 🎶📖 Each book combines vibrant illustrations, timeless songs, and free audio tracks to make learning fun and interactive. Plus, with YouTube videos to sing and read along, kids can enjoy music anytime—at home, in the car, or in the classroom. Perfect for building early literacy, rhythm, and confidence while keeping play at the heart of learning.

Let's Play Music
Oct 63 min read


Let’s Play Recorder!: It will blow your mind!
The recorder is more than just a classroom instrument—it’s a powerful tool for building confidence, rhythm, listening skills, and a lifelong love of music. Discover why parents love it, how playful videos and activities make learning easy, and which tools can help your child succeed at home.

Let's Play Music
Sep 153 min read


Solfege Part IV: Moveable Do vs Fixed Do
We've talked a lot about solfege - because we've seen what it does for musicians. Be sure you see our other posts, beginning with the first one in our solfege series In this blog post, we will explore the two systems of solfege, discuss their benefits, and help you determine which option is best for your musical journey. Why Solfege Works The beauty of solfege lies in its simplification of complex musical ideas. By connecting syllables to specific notes, musicians can bette

Let's Play Music
Jun 22 min read


Say it, Play it! Reading and Sight-Reading From the Staff
Boost your students’ note-reading skills with teeny tiny flashcards! 🎹 Learn our 3-step method—Say It, Play It, Lay It—and fun games like Bananagram, Go Fish, and Crazy Composer to make practicing notes on the staff interactive and exciting.

Let's Play Music
Jun 15 min read


Is This Chord Red, Blue, or Yellow?
Is a C-E-G chord always red? Not quite! In Let’s Play Music, students discover that chords can change roles—red, blue, or yellow—depending on where DO is. Just like a person can be a mother, daughter, or granddaughter in different stories, chords play different roles in music. Learning this “magic of key change” helps students understand harmony and how songs move, travel, and return home.

Let's Play Music
May 122 min read


Scale Degrees and Chord Colors
A C chord isn’t always RED! Learn how scale degrees give chords different roles depending on the key. Explore triads, inversions, and how DO changes everything in this fun, color-coded breakdown for young musicians!

Let's Play Music
Apr 213 min read


The Magic of Key Changes!
Learn the magic of key changes in the third year of Let’s Play Music! Master shifting between C, F, and G for more exciting music adventures

Let's Play Music
Mar 122 min read


Autoharp Practice at Home
Learn how to practice autoharp skills at home with the Let's Play Music app, book exercises, or even a fun DIY project! 🎶🎸

Let's Play Music
Feb 142 min read


Solfège: Part III - Learning the Why of the Hand Signs
Learn fun tips for mastering solfege hand shapes with playful mnemonics that help your child connect music with movement!

Let's Play Music
Feb 122 min read


Play "Let It Go" from Frozen
Explore a fun, simple version of 'Let It Go' with your 2nd or 3rd-year student! Practice chords, improvisation, and favorite melodies. 🎶

Let's Play Music
Feb 32 min read


Note Naming and Staff Reading: Smartie Staff and Quiet Keyboard
Use this free printable music staff and keyboard as a fun way to practice note reading at home... Use Smarties candies!

Let's Play Music
Jan 231 min read


Identifying Minor and Major Sounds is a Key Skill
Explore major and minor sounds with your child using the "I've Been to Harlem" song and fun activities!

Let's Play Music
Jan 102 min read


Learn to Play "Cockles and Mussels"
3rd-year students are learning Cockles and Mussels. Join us in celebrating this classic tune and its rich musical heritage!

Let's Play Music
Jan 23 min read


Variations on Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star
Explore theme and variation in music with 'Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star.' Learn how to create your own variations and have fun with it!

Let's Play Music
Dec 17, 20243 min read


Solfège: Part I - Learning the Notes to Sing
We love Solfege! Known as Solfege, Solfeggio, or Solfa, we're excited to teach the universal language of music and singing!

Let's Play Music
Sep 30, 20242 min read


Solfege Part II: 7 Reasons We Love it!
Discover why Let's Play Music teachers embrace solfege! Here are 7 reasons to love this essential musical tool.

Let's Play Music
Sep 27, 20242 min read


DIY: Major Scale
Learn to create your own major scale in any key on the piano! Dive into this DIY project and start customizing your music today!

Let's Play Music
Sep 26, 20243 min read


What is Ear Training?
One element of Let's Play Music class that definitely stands out is our inclusion of activities and games that focus on ear training.

Let's Play Music
Sep 19, 20243 min read


Intervals are Worth Knowing
Discover why learning intervals is key to mastering music. Boost your skills with this essential musical concept!

Let's Play Music
Sep 18, 20242 min read
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