The Magic of Music: Unlocking Early Childhood Development through Sound
Music has a profound impact on early childhood development. In this episode of Growing Little Humans, we are joined by Teresa Novak, an expert in Early Childhood and Primary Music Education to explore the lasting benefits of musical experiences for young children, from enhancing creativity and learning to fostering emotional growth.
Discover how play and music go hand in hand, simple ways to introduce music at home, and how to incorporate melodies into daily routines. We also discuss choosing the right music programs, exploring different genres, and nurturing a child’s budding interest in music.
Tune in for practical tips and resources to bring the joy of music into your child’s life!
Creators and Guests
Guest
Theresa Novak
Originally from the suburbs of Chicago, Teresa Novak earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education with a minor in Theatre from Elmhurst University before moving to the UAE, first to Dubai in 2017, then relocating to Abu Dhabi in 2021. As a Music Teacher, Teresa has directed, music-directed, and choreographed school shows enjoyed by students and their local communities alike, both in the USA and UAE. Teresa’s specialty as a music educator is with Early Years students ages 4-8 in the General Music classroom, having received post-graduate training from the American Orff-Schulwerk Association with the Orff Level 1 course, as well as training from The Feierabend Association for Music Education including Conversational Solfege with Dr. Missy Strong, and First Steps in Music with Dr. John Feierabend himself. Teresa has also worked as a voice teacher for students ages 5-55, with a focus on vocal health while performing. Although her background is in Music Education, Teresa also has an extensive background performing onstage and behind-the-scenes work in numerous shows in her spare time.