Steady Beat
NewJoin Michal in her music room to learn all about keeping a steady beat and discover we have music in our bodies.
Episode 1
9m
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Welcome to Michal's Music Room. A joyful preschool series filled with songs, crafts, learning, and laughs, inviting tamariki to sing, move, create, and explore.
Made with the support of NZ On Air.
5 episodes
Sound Waves
NewDive into "Big Wave Little Wave," a super fun and colourful kids' song all about the magical, ever-changing ocean!
Episode 2
10m
Fast and Slow
NewIs it FAST or SLOW? Join Michal in this fun and interactive preschool music lesson all about tempo!
Episode 3
10m
High and Low
NewLearn all about high and low sounds in this fun, nine-minute preschool music lesson with Michal and special guest Moe!
Episode 4
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Rhythm Smoothie
NewLet's make a Rhythm Smoothie! In this fun preschool music episode, Michal teaches children how to clap the rhythms of fruit names -- like ba-na-na and straw-ber-ry!
Episode 5
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