Why does The Music Place offer voice lessons for children as young as 4 years old?
We believe that it is important to know how to sing correctly BEFORE the voice changes. Simple tools which help the child use air, not pressure, when they sing help students move through the vocal changes which occur during puberty. This helps the child avoid damaging his or her voice during this rapid season of growth.. Children who have no previous experience are encouraged to begin in a group class. (Voice is one of the only instruments for which we find group learning to be at least as effective as private instruction– this is partly due to the value of hearing and singing with others. Voice classes for 4-year olds include Vocal Ensembles, All Arts, Summer Performance Camps and private vocal instruction.
