34: Homeschool Music Mastery: Kathryn Brunner’s Innovative Approach From Early Childhood Audiation To Jazz Piano Education

The Music in Our Homeschool Podcast with Gena Mayo easy music education tips, strategies, and curriculum resources for homeschooling parents

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Welcome to another enriching episode of the Music in Our Homeschool podcast! Today, we are honored to have Kathryn Brunner as our guest. Kathryn is an esteemed music educator and a dedicated homeschool mom with certifications in early childhood music and movement education through Musikgarten. She's also a seasoned piano instructor with a passion for integrating music into homeschool environments. She runs the website Musik at Home.

Join host Gena Mayo as she delves deep into Kathryn's unique philosophy on piano education, where audiation—the ability to think and understand in music—takes center stage. Kathryn explains how her methods make learning music intuitive and enjoyable for children. She also provides insights into her online music studio, MusiK at Home, which offers comprehensive classes for babies, toddlers, and elementary-aged children, designed to simulate a live class atmosphere.

The episode highlights Kathryn's innovative Creative Keys: Nordic Adventures curriculum, a piano program that merges music learning with storytelling and movement. This program is perfect for children aged 5 to 10, designed to enrich their musical journey and enhance their creativity. Kathryn also shares the success of her Creative Keys: Jazz Chords course, aimed at teens and adults. Developed in collaboration with jazz expert Asa Nero, this course offers a non-threatening, engaging way for learners of all ages to dive into the world of jazz.

Listeners will gain valuable tips on integrating music into their homeschool curriculum, the importance of early musical education, and how to make music learning a joyful experience for the entire family.

Find links to all resources mentioned in this episode here: https://musicinourhomeschool.com/homeschool-music-early-childhood/

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