Description

In this episode we hear from Ziggy Marley, eight time GRAMMY award-winner, Emmy winner and philanthropist. Ziggy discusses the importance of music in every child’s life. He also reflects on ways to make space for musical creativity. Music education researcher Dr. Vanessa Bond responds with suggestions for parents and caregivers on creating open-ended pathways for musical expression.

Ziggy Marley’s non-profit, U.R.G.E.

Ziggy Marley’s recent book releases, My Dog Romeo and Little John Crow

Ziggy Marley’s latest children’s album, More Family Time

Dr. Vanessa L. Bond’s research: Sounds to Share: The State of Music Education in Three Reggio Emilia–Inspired North American Preschools

Dr. Lisa Huisman Koops’s book, Parenting Musically

Suggested Activities

• Consider: How do you make space for musical creativity in your family life? Share with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter with the hashtag #parentingmusically
• Try This: Create a little song for a moment of your family’s daily routine (tooth brushing, getting out the door, or time for bed signal). Make up your own words and tune or put new words to a known tune.
• Notice: Listen as your children are playing. Are they singing? Adding rhythmic percussion to the play? Observe and enjoy the ways your children are naturally using the language of music!