Beautiful, fellow homeschoolers...
What if I could provide you with everything you need to launch your child’s musical education, all in one neat, affordable package?
Payment plan available
Something that:
•generates a passion for music while inspiring joy and creativity
•lights up the whole brain, generating unparalleled developmental benefits
•draws out your child’s confidence
•gets them moving, and
•fills them with a bucket load of musical skills and knowledge
(AND you can get it all without having to bundle the kids and ten bags of snacks into the car!!)
Musical Beginnings is a one-of-a-kind online course that teaches children all of the fundamental skills and knowledge of music and gifts them the many benefits of a rich musical education by presenting information in fun videos and activity book, engaging hands on activities & a private community of like-minded families.
This course will get them moving! It will have them singing, it will have them searching the house for things to make sound with, it will have them thinking outside the box. It will develop their ears to hear and identify new things. It will draw out their creativity and grow new skills. They will learn in a fun, engaging and active way. They won’t need to be always sitting still for this course. In fact, movement is encouraged!​
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~10 weeks - 1 year, self paced.​
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5 - 8 year olds/Foundation-Yr 2​
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Over 40 videos
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Activity book PDF or hardcopy
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Hands-on activities
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Extra activity suggestions
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Exclusive private community
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Monthly Live Zoom calls
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Linked to Aus. Curriculum
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Integrated with all other subjects.
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Subject outcomes & holistic benefits
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4 FREE Bonus Lessons
Half the price of a term of private piano lessons but with a year's worth of content!
Kick start your child's musical development with this one-of-a-kind e-course!
Introducing
Musical Beginnings
More than just
a music course
The incredible developmental benefits of an active musical education
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Cognitive brain growth & function Speech & Reading skills
Mathematical & spatial reasoning skills Memory, focus & attention skills
Social skills Emotional skills
Fine & gross motor skills/Co-ordination. Self-discipline & regulation
Creativity & freedom of expression
Course Outline
6 modules containing 4-8 chapters each.
It is not advised to attempt to complete the whole course in less than 10 weeks.
But it could be easily spread out across as many as 40 weeks.
You and your child decide the pace.
A Life Without Music?
This module is all about becoming aware of just how much our lives are infiltrated by music and how we use it for many different functions. It explores our individual responses to different types of music and encourages active listening, movement and creative interpretations as well as creating their own instruments.
Become a composer
Module 2 teaches and explores the concept of pitch and how it applies to all of life as well as music. We dive right into storytelling, constructing a composition and an introduction to rudimentary notation - visually communicating their ideas and bringing their composition to life.
The Rhythm of Life
This is all about exploring rhythm, the beat and all of the concepts that go with that. It will help them build their aural skills, develop their sense of a strong beat, explore their rhythmic and poetic creativity and use their whole bodies to feel and perform beats, rhythms, grooves and moves! Includes a bonus body percussion lesson.
Making Melodies
Module 4 starts to draw on some of their new, previously learned skills and goes deeper into learning real notation, reading, singing and performing melodies. Children learn to recognise notes on a keyboard and xylophone and compose and perform their own tunes. There is also a bonus ukelele lesson for anyone up for it.
Instrumental Investigations
This module explores a wide array of instruments and how they are used in different genres and cultures. Their ear will be put to the test as they learn about each instrument, they will learn to categorise and discover how they work together to create one big picture. Includes a bonus tech lesson on Garage Band!
Around the World
This module focuses primarily on exploring and understanding the function of music in Australia's indigenous culture. A special guest comes to share their knowledge and love for the culture and to inspire deeper thought regarding its significance. We also explore traditional music of other cultures around the world.
The benefits of this course are for everyone!
Your child:
•give your child a taste of musical ideas & a strong foundation for many areas of life
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•show them what they're already capable of and didn't even realise
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•equip them with simple terminology & understanding of musical fundamentals
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•demonstrate benefits of music in their life and inspiration for the future
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•make it easier to choose and learn a new instrument later
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•cause both sides of the brain to fire at the same time instigating whole brain growth
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•bring joy and a new found freedom in creativity and music
You:
•Save you time - no driving around or waiting for classes to finish. Stay in your yoga pants!
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•Save you money - It's much cheaper than 10 weeks of private music lessons
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•Reduce stress around reporting & planning time.
Activities can be done again to gauge progress.
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•Give you the tools to empower your child musically and support them in the way they need
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•Empower you to provide extra musical activities in the future to enhance your day to day
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•Give you a fun way to bond with your child and enjoy creating and learning together
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•Fill in the gaps in your own musical education and understanding to enhance your own life
Does music education get a proper look-in on your homeschool days?
That means way more than just listening to good music.
It means actively participating and growing musical skills.
Is your focus on the ‘priority subjects’ like English, Maths and Science
.....and then the rest of the subjects will fit in there somewhere?
Yep, I know...I see you!
I AM you!
Mama or Papa Bear,
You're run off your feet to keep the house from turning into a junk heap, you're making sure the kids are all fed (20 times a day) and that they're being exposed to all the amazing opportunities to help them reach their full potential in life. You don't want to miss a thing!! You're driving them to their activities, making sure they're balancing their outside and inside time and then you're trying to balance the budget and maybe running a side hustle to help make ends meet! It's a MASSIVE job and responsibility.
.....And then you lie in bed at night wondering if you did enough.
But it's all GOOD! I've got you covered.
$150 worth of bonus material absolutely FREE!!
There are a few sneaky extras in here for those who are ready for more!
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Bonus Ukelele Lesson
$40 value
This fun extra is a half hour long beginners ukelele lesson for those who already have a ukelele lying around, or maybe getting one for Christmas?? This will get them started and set them up for lessons if they choose to later down the track.
Bonus body percussion lesson
$60 value
This 30 minute lesson will go deeper into body percussion techniques, give kids a really fun challenge and instructions for a group performance as well! It will include an MP4 track they can perform to.
2 Bonus Garage Band tutorials
$50 value
These 15 minute tutorials are kid friendly and demonstrate the endless possibilities available for creating their own music
How on earth does an online music course for kids work??
It's easy! Here are the steps...
Download and print the activity book OR have a hard copy posted to you!
Hit play - watch a 5 min video, listen, sing, play, move, create. Pause/rewind when necessary.
Jump into the private discussion group to get inspiration from other learners & upload anything you'd like to share
Check the first lesson's notes and gather any materials or resources listed
Work on activities outlined in the video, providing support for child's unique learning needs & ability.
Join the monthly Zoom calls with Ali for a chat, share and a sing/play-along. Or watch replay if you can't make it.
Private lessons?
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While they are awesome, at this young age they are not always necessary or even beneficial due to the discipline and fine motor skills required to succeed. Your young child may run the risk of losing interest.
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It's limited to learning that one instrument
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Youtube or apps?
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These apps can be fun at first but lose their appeal after a while
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They leave massive gaps in your musical understanding and technique and don't have much in the way of good foundational material. It’s important to start well, and these apps are just like fruit loops. They may be fun in the moment but in the long run they're just not going to give you solid lasting benefits.
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Australian content is almost non-existent
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Music group classes?
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Pricey & don't usually cater to school ages
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Some children don't like large groups or need flexibility to go at their own pace
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Noisy
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Move too fast or too slow​
Musical Beginnings E-course with Ali!
• Save money and time on private lessons/classes
• Perfect for ages 5-8, can also be used for younger and older students
• A broad foundation covering everything needed for a good quality musical education
• Australian created, Australian content, supporting an Australian homeschool family.
• Flexibility for all your child's needs and time frames
As a homeschooling parent who maybe hasn’t had any musical training,
it can be hard to provide a good musical education for your kids.
When you know the unparalleled benefits of music, how do you facilitate this on your own?
FAQ'S​
Q: How long do we have access to this course for?
A: At this point in time you will have lifetime access! You will be able to go back and repeat sections your child enjoyed or use it all over again with younger siblings.
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Q: Can my child still benefit if they already have private instrumental lessons?
A: Yes!! Very much so. There may be some content they already know but at this young age repetition is key anyway. As for the rest of it, there will be HEAPS your child has never done or learned before!
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Q: What if my child doesn't want to watch the videos or do the activities?
A: That's fine! Since you have lifetime access you might find that in 6 months time they are ready to try it out. Just because they're not ready now doesn't mean they won't be. You can always watch the videos yourself and take ideas from the activities to try separate from the screen and activity book. Music can be incorporated into life in so many different ways!
Who is Ali??
I have been a music educator for 27 years and before that was raised in an exceptionally musical family, some of whom are Australia’s top Jazz performers and tertiary education lecturers. I grew up watching both parents and grandmother teaching private and group classes & running bands and choirs so it’s just in my blood!
I have taught privately in my own business with high standards and excellent results, at Forte Music School in Brisbane, a private primary school on the mid-north coast of NSW and ran a Kindermusik business.
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I have been homeschooling my 3 children for 13 years and have seen a need that I can provide for but never been able to find the best, most efficient and comprehensive way to do it. Now I have exactly that and so proud to offer it to my community! I hope you love it, and keep and eye out for future creations!
TESTIMONIAL
MILLIE MASON
- piano & classroom student
- Now a classroom music teacher at the same school!
I’ve known Ali since 2002 as someone who has always enhanced, challenged and furthered my understanding of music. She was my second piano teacher and, in contrast to the first, inspired me to want to learn this instrument. Ali saw and met my needs and abilities where I was at. She nurtured the desire I had to go further in my music, taking me right through school from year 2 to year 12 with lessons and examinations, further advising me as I completed my bachelor of music in university, also.
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Ali is a faithful and devoted teacher who shows her support for her students on many levels. Her teaching approach isn’t exclusive of musical style, ability or even a student’s personality. She will always be committed to bettering and broadening a person’s understanding of music from a holistic perspective. Ali’s comprehensive knowledge and background in music allows her to create realistic goals and have healthy expectations for a student as they learn. She maintains a firm, but gentle approach to teaching, making sure the student is understanding the skills being imparted to them.
Not only in private lessons does Ali excel, but also in the classroom. Ali successfully ran the music program of a private school from 2002(?)-2006, teaching Kindergarten to year 6. I learnt under her instruction in the classroom from 2003-2006. She provided us with learning experiences which simulated real life music situations.
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My life is forever changed because of the opportunity I had to learn under Ali’s instruction. I strongly urge anyone who is considering undertaking this program to give it a really serious try. You’ll never know your potential if you don’t try. I’m really glad I did!
Holistic developmental benefits of Music Learning
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Cognitive
Studies show that active participation in music enhances brain function in children. It stimulates the whole brain, which leads to improved brain structure as new neural connections are formed.
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Language Skills
Music participation improves speech development and reading skills. It helps develop the left side of the brain (related to language and reasoning), assists with sound recognition, and teaches rhythm and rhyme.
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Mathematical skills
Pattern-recognition, problem solving and even basic fractions. Children who study music also have improved spatial intelligence and ability to form mental pictures of objects – skills that are important for more advanced mathematics.
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Memory, focus and attention
Recent studies have shown that people who are musically trained have better working memory skills, helping them to remember things even while their minds are busy with other matters – important aspects of mental arithmetic and reading comprehension
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Co-ordination
Playing music and dancing helps children develop their motor skills. Making music involves more than the voice or fingers; you also use ears and eyes, as well as large and small muscles, all at the same time. This helps the body and the mind work together.
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Creativity, joy & freedom
Music can give children a way to express themselves, to unleash their creativity, to be inspired and uplifted, to relax, and to relieve stress and tension.
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Social & Emotional
Making music with other people improves social and emotional skills. Kids learn to work together as a team and develop their sense of empathy with others. Researchers have found that when children play music together they are actually better able to tune into other people’s emotions.
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Discipline
Learning music teaches children to work towards short-term goals, develop routine and practice self-discipline. Mastering a new musical skill leads to a sense of pride and achievement, and helps children to learn the value of self-discipline
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WHAT PAST STUDENTS SAY
Simone Gissing
Workshop Attendee
I have attended a guitar workshop and a vocal workshop taught by Ali. As a complete novice in both areas I was a bit nervous, but Ali quickly put me at ease with her fun and friendly approach during the classes.
I was surprised how much I learnt and achieved during the workshops. Ali has an amazing amount of knowledge to share and explains things so well. I highly recommend learning with Ali
My 17yr old daughter and myself have done multiple singing and guitar lessons with Ali over the last 2 years. Ali is very good at communicating and teaching all different areas of music. She has a knack of adjusting and understanding what is needed to help you improve. We both have enjoyed the process of learning with Ali leading the way.
Apart from her amazing technical skills Ali makes everyone feel comfortable and believe in their abilities. She explains the technical side of music in a way everyone can understand. Ali’s workshops are fun and the amount achieved in the allocated time frame is amazing.
Renee Brown
Workshop Attendee
Leonne Deighton
Workshop Attendee
Erin Waller
Piano Student
Ali's passion and enthusiasm for music and musical therapy is infectious. Ali is able to bring out the multifaceted sides of music through different styles from classical, to jazz to lyrical. My love and appreciation for music and self confidence definitely blossomed through the love that Ali showed me as I was growing up learning piano and voice.
Jenny Ally
Piano Student
Ali is a caring teacher who has a natural musical gift. She is passionate about seeing her students thrive and engage in their studies, and she loves to have fun with them as well. I would happily recommend her.
Penny Coulter
PIano student
Whenever I hear the song ‘somewhere over the rainbow’, I am taken back to the four walls of the room in which the ever-gracious Ali empowered me to use my voice and harness my raw musicality. Ali kept a picture of a rainbow on her walls which stated ‘The work will wait while you show the child the rainbow, but the rainbow won’t wait while you do the work.’
I was a student who struggled to see the rainbow for the rain. I had every passion and desire to excel at my craft with little focus or motivation to put in the practice to get there. Ali recognised this and encouraged me to find my strengths and passions, pushing me to be the best musician possible whilst bearing witness to the traits that made me, me.
Ali has fostered a love and deep respect for musicality in many other students I know, and I certainly would not be the confident vocalist I am without the years of piano and vocal lessons I was fortunate to receive. I would highly recommend Ali to anyone hoping to engage a patient, persistent, and eminent teacher.
Monique Heather
Piano student
I had the privilege of having Ali as my music teacher for about 10 years throughout primary and high school in a classroom setting as well as private lessons. She championed me, challenged me and empowered me to grow in my musical ability. She saw potential in me that I didn’t even know existed at that time. From a young age she inspired my heart for music because of her own passion for music and she cultivated a safe space to ensure that my passion and skillset would flourish. She is diligent and hardworking and will bring out the best in you. Ali will walk the journey with you, celebrating the wins, championing each step of progress you make. She is graced to do what she does, she has both the heart and skill set to make your learning journey unique, fun and fulfilling. One thing I’d say of Ali is I ALWAYS felt believed in and I could not recommend her enough for any young person wanting to grow in their musical ability.