Singing

By Anne Hole

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Me, Singing?

Does the thought of singing make you feel stressed?

I was reading an article by Richard, a choir director, that discussed adults believing they cannot sing. He remarks

‘I have yet to meet anyone with amusia - a musical disorder which apparently affects 4% of the population.’

Here’s the link if you’d like to read it:

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/i-love-music-so-why-cant-sing-tune-richard-swan-2

I can’t remember how the conversation came up but I was telling a lady about this article…

They can make a song fun and enjoyable to sing and they can also help the children learn the words. I sometimes make actions up to help children learn the words. There are many action songs but I have chosen 5 which both the children and I enjoy.

1. Head Shoulders Knees and Toes.

This is a song I vividly remember singing as a child. My favourite part was missing the words out. If you've never done this you would hum instead of saying the body parts:

First verse …

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Singing

Me, Singing?

Does the thought of singing make you feel stressed?

5 Great Action Songs

Action songs are great.

1. Head Shoulders Knees and Toes.

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