There will always be new tools and ideas, and some will prove very valuable, but we should not let go of the well researched and time pro...

Examples of a 5 month and 10 month old baby

Julie's Radio NZ Concert interview on May 14th 2026 with Clarissa Dunn. "Musical play is fun, but it's also a serious business. From unborn babies to the elderly, musical interactions help us regulate and express emotions."

The overall aim of our Musical Play classes is to lay the foundation of music for life; to incorporate all the elements of music so that children begin to incorporate these elements into their own play, to listen, say, sing, move and play.

When we share music together, there is a positive impact on the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive well-being of everyone.

Ever wondered how to use the ukulele with your your young child?

Lyrics, music and activities to help learn the reo Māori version of "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star".

This video takes the parent and child on a journey exploring musical play in a variety of settings.

This video, filmed in 2019, illustrates the power of music play in an early intervention programme, working with a range of children with...

If your child is learning an instrument, there must be time for both formalities and fun. Music cannot always be a chore.

Musical play ideas for teachers and families for Autumn - including simple songs to sing

There’s so many times in our lives where music is classed as “right”. We need to be mindful of the impact this has on children

Learning to listen and identify local birdlife is a wonderful activity for children of all ages. Here is a website to show you how.

The impact of music for unborn babies and how parents can start musical learning before birth.

What is most important about children can be learned only from children. Learn to observe and watch children, and listen, for the answers.

As parents we are faced with a world we cannot control. While this has always been true, the events of the last few years have faced us...

A rise in anxiety in society can often be linked back to how relentless our lives can be. How do we create space to rest and recover?

There is something about Julie Wylie’s Musical Play that is different. It’s not ‘just’ music, or ‘just’ movement, or ‘just’ play.

As parents (& educators) we spend a lot of time doing our best to grow children who have the resilience and capabilities they need for...

Driving together is a wonderful opportunity to sing together, making up songs, and getting children to think creatively. Here are some of...

When to start lessons, how to being learning and what to focus on when starting piano at a very young age are questions we receive all...

Musical Play ideas for a cold and rainy day, at home and in early childhood centres

One of the hardest things to do in any educational setting, but particularly in more intimate music group settings, is to allow enough...

Many of us hold a deep seated belief that we aren't one of the musical ones, that we somehow missed that gene and need to keep our...