A Happy Ending for the Three Blind Mice: Why Folk Music Matters
Have you ever wondered why the mice in the song were blind or why the farmer’s wife chased them? In our extended version of the classic nursery rhyme Three Blind Mice, you’ll find the answers—and a happy ending!
The History Behind "Three Blind Mice"
This nursery rhyme first appeared in The Nursery Rhymes of England in 1842, but the song was written in 1609. Some believe it may have been inspired by Queen Mary I of England ("Bloody Mary"), who persecuted Protestants, with the mice representing the bishops she executed.
Why Do We Sing Folk Songs?
At Let’s Play Music, we believe in the power of folk music for young learners. Folk songs, like Three Blind Mice, are simple, repetitive, and easy for children to sing and play. This makes them perfect for teaching basic music skills, like rhythm and melody, and they help build a strong musical foundation.
Let's Play Music follows Kodály principles, using folk music to teach basic rhythmic and melodic skills. Folk songs, like Three Blind Mice, have simple structures and have lasted for generations, making them perfect for beginners.
Folk music is an important part of music education because it connects children to cultural traditions and simple musical forms. These timeless songs help children develop a love for music while also teaching them about history and culture. Singing and playing folk songs, like Three Blind Mice, encourages children to explore music in an easy and fun way.
Kodály believed folk music was ideal for children because it mirrors natural speech patterns. He also saw it as a way to connect children to the music of great composers.
A Simple Melody to Learn
The melody of Three Blind Mice follows a simple mi-re-do pattern, which helps children develop ear training and pitch recognition. Your child can play the song on their 8-Note Tone Bells or keyboard, and even start figuring out other songs on their own!
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