About Us
Music With Kaija
The essence of music is intangible, yet it remains a universal source of joy.
Research shows that music is closely linked to positive emotions, supporting children’s wellbeing and self-regulation.
At Gumnut Gardens childcare centre in Paddington, we are fortunate to offer weekly music sessions with Kaija Upenieks, a Sydney/Wollongong-based cellist and singer, well known for her children’s albums Celebrate the Seasons and Bulli Bay. The songs from these albums form part of her interactive program Sing a Song, Dance Along—a playful and engaging music education experience that fosters key areas of early childhood development through rhythm, melody, song, and movement.
We believe that singing and dancing are essential for deepening children’s appreciation of music.
Within this holistic program, we also aim to promote diversity by introducing children to a wide variety of musical styles, cultures, dances, songs, and instruments. Using multi-sensory resources, children are encouraged to fully engage, connect, and develop a lifelong love of music.
