I've got a ~1 year old baby that seems to really like music, especially hip hop and electronic type beats, and I'm wondering if there exists any cool and relatively "babyproof" music gear? [more inside]
posted by ejoey on Dec 22, 2009 - 12 answers

This season I would like to raise funds for a music/musicians or music and kids related charity. I'm aware of Sweet Relief, Music Box Children's Charity, and Rock for Kids. What are some others that you would recommend? In addition, there was a music/kids related post on the blue I can't find... an older guy who makes instruments for free--hundreds over the years... anyone recall? Thanks!
posted by You Should See the Other Guy on Dec 1, 2009 - 8 answers

Opera suggestions for children. [more inside]
posted by eyeballkid on Nov 19, 2009 - 28 answers

In approximately two weeks, I will be holding a Blanket Fort Goodbye Party on almost the entire top floor of an apartment building. Given the excellent ideas I got from this previous party thread, I thought I'd ask what you crazy kids: what would you want to see at a blanket fort party? [more inside]
posted by Juliet Banana on Jul 30, 2009 - 20 answers

Mixtape filter! Help me put together the best mix tape for my nieces, 11 & 8. [more inside]
posted by arha on Jul 17, 2009 - 42 answers

Good music for video slideshows of kids? [more inside]
posted by moojoose on Jul 8, 2009 - 18 answers

When I was little (think 80s), a neighborhood friend taught us a musical co-op game that was played with one plastic cup per person (maybe?), and at least 4 people (though it could go up much higher as long as the number were equal). [more inside]
posted by c:\awesome on May 9, 2009 - 8 answers

Our children are taking piano lessons. They need a piano. We don't know what we're doing. [more inside]
posted by Fairchild on Sep 19, 2008 - 25 answers

What are some simple music, art and other activities I can do with a group of Spanish speaking kids with ages ranging from 5 to 10. [more inside]
posted by cloeburner on Aug 11, 2008 - 4 answers

I'm looking for a recording of good traditional (American) children's songs. [more inside]
posted by Pater Aletheias on Jul 8, 2008 - 20 answers

I'm desperately looking for some upbeat, modern Aussie pop/rock songs to play to kids for my new job. Preferably something that could be sung along to w/catchy chorus. No swearing or sexual themes allowed. Anyone got any ideas!!?
posted by nicole.hilder on May 30, 2008 - 20 answers

Our kids, 5 and 7, haven't singled in on any specific instrument yet (nor, perhaps, will they ever), but they do love listening to, humming/singing, and dancing to all kinds of music, and playing the various "minor" instruments we've got. We're thinking about buying some sort of simple music machine/synth to have in the house for them play around with. Any recommendations?
posted by progosk on May 13, 2008 - 14 answers

I'm looking for recommendations for books, movies and even music that might be relevant for a group of middle school (7th & 8th grade, ages 12-14) kids who are going to Rome over spring break. [more inside]
posted by bjennings on Feb 3, 2008 - 8 answers

My teenage son (fifteen) has decided he wants to play the guitar. What guitar? [more inside]
posted by cedar on Jan 4, 2008 - 23 answers

Need help naming a children's music class. [more inside]
posted by gfrobe on Aug 23, 2007 - 12 answers

Encouraging musical talent in a 4yro? [more inside]
posted by bystander on Jun 5, 2007 - 36 answers

Cool classical music facts for kids? [more inside]
posted by asuprenant on Apr 9, 2007 - 15 answers

Help me relive my childhood! When I was a kid, I loved this song, which I always called "The 'No' Song"...but what is it actually called, and who sings it? [more inside]
posted by tomatofruit on Mar 23, 2007 - 7 answers

Music for an art carnival? [more inside]
posted by sonnet on Feb 7, 2007 - 8 answers

It has come to my attention that my five year-old cousins do not have any Christmas music. Recommendations for fantastic albums, please! [more inside]
posted by Soliloquy on Dec 5, 2006 - 25 answers

Looking for really excellent music for children. Stuff that makes you say "Wow." Bristling with ideas and creativity. Not the vapid dumbed-down crap is often marketed as "children's music." (Actual complete sentences found inside) [more inside]
posted by winston on Nov 3, 2006 - 47 answers

So I'm thinking about getting this for my kid on his birthday. Wondering if we can do better and also..... [more inside]
posted by snsranch on Sep 14, 2006 - 7 answers

ChineseFilter: Help me find music for a dance party for four year olds! [more inside]
posted by grapefruitmoon on Jun 7, 2006 - 4 answers

Anyone know what language this slick kid is singing in? [more inside]
posted by mono blanco on Mar 10, 2006 - 3 answers

I need quality music to play around my young kids. [more inside]
posted by crapples on Sep 6, 2005 - 48 answers

MixCDFilter: Any minute now, I'll be an aunt. I'd like to make a lullaby mix CD for my hipster niece/nephew-to-be. Suggestions? [more inside]
posted by donnagirl on Jul 30, 2005 - 42 answers

I need some good song suggestions for music to accompany a slideshow of a child growing up. [more inside]
posted by bonheur on Mar 2, 2005 - 35 answers