Teaching Music: The Benefits of Repetition and Focused Listening - Andrew Pudewa, Part 1 (Homeschooling Every Subject)

Come back Wednesday and Thursday for the rest of this conversation, and join Yvette and Andrew again next week as they discuss Language Arts. 

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Discussion Questions:

1. Andrew mentioned a strong connection between music and language development. Can you think of any personal experiences or observations that support this connection?

2. What are some intentional ways you can incorporate music into a child's daily routine to enhance their focus and listening skills?

3. Andrew talked about the benefits of focused listening to great music for young children. How do you think this practice can be adapted for older children or adults?

4. The concept of using repetition to create familiarity and joy was discussed. What are some other areas in homeschooling where repetition might be beneficial?

5. Andrew suggested starting with non-vocal instrumental music, specifically Bach, for focused listening. What composers or specific pieces of music would you consider starting with and why?

6. Considering Andrew's emphasis on the importance of cultivating listening skills, what other activities or subjects in homeschooling do you think can help develop these skills?

7. Andrew highlighted the idea that we should be intentional about the kind of music children are exposed to. What criteria or guidelines do you think parents should use to select music for their children?

8. Andrew focuses on listening, speaking, reading, and writing as the four arts of language. How do you see music fitting into this framework, particularly in the contexts of homeschooling, language arts, and the development of communication skills?

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