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Physical exercise impacts body fitness, while musical exercise impacts auditory fitness. Discoveries in neuroscience support the premise that a baby’s brain contains millions of neurons that are waiting for environmental experiences to determine their function. Connections are created by sensory experiences that stimulate neuron growth. Research shows how beneficial music and singing are for the brain, as the neurons connect and the synapses are strengthened by a rich environment of sounds, rhythms, language, emotions and movement. With early identification and appropriate amplification, children with hearing loss are able to reap the same benefits from musical stimulation as their peers with typical hearing. Presenters will share current neuro-scientific research relating musical experiences to enhanced development of skills as well as to listening and spoken language. Presenters will demonstrate the progression of the child’s musical development and participation in song/action experiences. Original and adapted song/action routines incorporating auditory closure will be shared.
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