The Little Harmonies Podcast
The Early Childhood Music & Development podcast, where we explore how music can support the learning, growth and wellbeing of children aged 0-5. Discover practical tips, expert insights and inspiring stories to help children thrive through the power of music.
Episodes
10 episodes
Ep 10: This Simple Shift in How You Talk to Your Child Will Change Their Life—Forever | Part 2
Welcome back to The Little Harmonies Podcast! In Part 1 of this mini-series, we explored the power of language exposure, the 30-million-word gap and how quality interactions shape a child’s cognitive, emotional and academic growth. (If...
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21:21
Ep 9: This Simple Shift in How You Talk to Your Child Will Change Their Life—Forever | Part 1
Did you know that by the age of three, some children have heard 30 million more words than others? This word gap can impact everything from school performance to career success—and even how society is shaped. Every conversation, every lullaby a...
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16:05
Ep 8: Caught, Not Taught: How Children Absorb Language & Music Without Even Trying
Ever wondered how toddlers seem to magically pick up words, songs and even little habits—without anyone actually teaching them? They’re not memorising flashcards or sitting through lessons, yet their brains are working overtime, soakin...
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Episode 8
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25:19
Ep 7: The Secret to Building Fearlessness in Children | Part 2 - Practical Tools for Lifelong Confidence
What if everything you’ve been told about fear is just… a story?In part two of this episode on building fearlessness in children, we take a closer look at how the narratives we hold as adults can influence the courage and confi...
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22:57
Ep 6: The Secret to Building Fearlessness in Children | Part 1 – Unlock Their Confidence with Music
Have you ever wondered how babies and young children respond to the world around them, especially when faced with something unfamiliar? In today's episode we focus on how babies and toddlers respond to unfamiliar situations and how early exposu...
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Episode 6
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20:31
Ep 5: Do This Every Day to Transform Your Child's Growth in Every Way!
Imagine a world where every beat, every sway and every playful step can shape your child’s mind and heart…In today’s episode, we’re diving into the magical blend of music and movement and how they help children learn, grow and connect wi...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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21:42
Ep 4: The Key to Unlocking Fine Motor Skills for Children
In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of finger play and explore how simple hand and finger movements can have a HUGE impact on young children’s development. We’ll talk about why finger play is so important fo...
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Episode 4
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22:17
Ep 3: Harmonies & Aces: The Crossroads of Music and Sport
In this week's episode of Little Harmonies Podcast, I sit down with my younger brother, Ethan Connelly, an elite junior tennis player ranked among the top in the country. But here’s the twist—he’s also grown up with music deeply rooted...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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32:53
Ep 2: The Science Behind Music and Development
Join us as we discuss the science behind the profound impact of music on early childhood development. Learn how exposure to music enhances cognitive skills, emotional regulation and social interaction in children aged 0-5. We’ll share science-b...
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Episode 2
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23:05
Ep 1: An Introduction to the Value of Early Childhood Music
In the first episode of The Little Harmonies Podcast, we delve into the incredible impact that music can have on early childhood development. Join us as we explore the powerful benefits of music in enhancing cognitive skills an...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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