How to raise a child who loves music by Nita Gill Want to raise
a child who loves and appreciates music? It's easier than
learning to play "Chopsticks." You don't have to be a virtuoso.
All you need to do is create a music-rich environment. Here are
some tips on orchestrating the beginnings of a lifelong love of
music: - Sing songs both to and with your child. Whether you're
doing a solo or chiming in with the radio or CD player, you're
setting the stage. And don't worry about performing an aria or
the full score from the Lion King — just one song, like "Hakuna
Matata" (making up lyrics as you go along, if need be), is music
to your child's ears. Don't worry if you're a tad off key.
"Singing in tune is not a requirement," says Wendy Sims,
professor and director of music education at the University of
Missouri-Columbia. "What's important is that you interact with
your child musically, which shows your youngster that you value
music." Also, if you feel insecure about your voice, it's best
to avoid negative stat