As the air turns crisp and routines settle back in, fall is the perfect season to build new traditions with your little one. While some families dive into sports and school events, others are looking for ways to slow down and reconnect. One of the simplest and most meaningful ways to do that is through music.
Many adults have fond memories of music from childhood: a lullaby before bed, favorite songs in the car, or a parent singing around the house. These moments leave a lasting imprint. The best part? You don’t need to be a trained musician (or even a “good” singer) to give your child the same gift. What matters most is being present, playful, and sharing music with joy.
Creating a musical home builds more than just musical skills– it supports your child’s language, movement, emotional development, and helps nurture a lifelong love of music.
Here Are 4 Easy Ways to Make Music Part of Your Fall Routine
1. Sing Simple Songs — Even if It’s Just You and a Pumpkin Spice Latte
Singing while you get your child dressed, walk through crunchy leaves, or make soup together adds warmth to your everyday routines. Children love repetition and familiarity, and your voice — not perfection — is what makes it special. From classic nursery songs to little tunes you make up, your singing helps build your child’s musical ear and emotional connection to music.
2. Try Rhymes and Chants for Daily Transitions
Chilly mornings and earlier bedtimes can make fall routines a little bumpy. Rhymes and rhythm games help smooth those transitions. Use chants for brushing teeth, putting on shoes, or winding down for bed. Rhyming and clapping games support speech and memory development, and they make everyday tasks a little more fun (and a lot more musical).
3. Create a Cozy Fall Soundtrack
Play music that fits the season while you cook dinner, drive to preschool, or hang out at home. Let your child hear a variety of genres — from jazz and folk to classical and world music. Don’t worry about finding “educational” playlists; just choose songs you enjoy. Dance in the kitchen. Sing in the car. Let them see you love music, and they’ll follow your lead.
4. Be the Spark — Show Them Music Is Worth Loving
Kids pick up on your energy. If you sing, tap to the beat, or move to the rhythm with a smile, they’ll learn that music is something to enjoy. You don’t need to be perfect. You just need to show up, be playful, and have fun. That joy is powerful, and your child will remember it long after the leaves fall.
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This fall, give your family the gift of music with Music Together — a playful, research-based music class for children (ages 0–5) and the grownups who love them.
In each class, you’ll sing, dance, play instruments, and connect through music in a warm, welcoming environment with no prior experience needed! Our expert teachers guide you every step of the way and help you bring the music home, too.
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