Piano Keys to Progress: Unlocking Potential in Autistic Children
Written by: Jay Hoad - Autism Music Australia
The piano is not just an instrument; it's a gateway to cognitive development, emotional expression, and social interaction for children with autism. At Autism Music Australia, we harness the power of piano lessons to support neurodivergent learners.
Cognitive and Emotional Benefits
Playing the piano engages multiple areas of the brain, promoting:
- Improved Memory: Memorizing pieces enhances cognitive function.
- Emotional Expression: Music allows children to convey feelings they might struggle to articulate.
- Sensory Integration: The tactile experience of playing keys aids in sensory processing.
Structured Learning Environment
Our piano lessons provide a predictable and structured environment, which is beneficial for children with autism. This structure helps in reducing anxiety and improving learning outcomes.
Customized Teaching Methods
We tailor our teaching strategies to each child's needs:
- Simplifying complex pieces into manageable sections.
- Using visual cues and hand-over-hand guidance.
- Incorporating technology, like interactive apps, to reinforce learning.
Piano lessons can significantly contribute to the development and well-being of children with autism, providing them with a means to explore their potential.
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Parent Testimonial
“Emma's progress has been remarkable since starting piano lessons. She's more focused and expresses herself through music in ways she never did before.” – Mark, Gold Coast
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A NEW WAY TO PLAY MUSIC
A Unique Colour Coded System
Our revolutionary colour-coded system adds a whole new dimension to music learning and gives kids a powerful advantage as they begin their music learning journey.
Think of our colour-coded system as training wheels on a bike. Without them, many people would never learn to ride.
This colour-coded system provides a whole new visual trigger designed to speed up the development of the fine motor skills necessary to play music easily and correctly on their chosen instrument.
Every Achievement is Celebrated
We believe every achievement is a HUGE SUCCESS to be CELEBRATED!
Although learning music is what it is all about, for us, it comes second to making your child feel like they are able to achieve anything in this life.
It could be the simpler things like hitting their hand on a drum for two beats in a row or being able to confidently find the middle C on a piano.
Or more tricky things, such as playing Fur Elise by Beethoven, the guitar solo of Sweet Child o Mine, or the latest Tailor Swift or Ed Sheeran song, it is all celebrated equally by our teachers.
We consistently focus on building exceptional confidence and having stupid amounts of fun throughout our time together.
Breaking Definitions Whilst Providing Positive Affirmations
Once you join any of our programs, you will no longer hear definitions such as Autistic, ADHD, ADD, Dyslexic, etc.
You will hear phrases such as uniquely gifted, incredibly talented, you are such a quick learner, you did that so quickly, I love how you interpreted that and did it in your way, etc.
All delivered with excitement, positivity, presence and confidence, creating a special, safe, trustable space that is fun and exciting.
Here, anything is possible.
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