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Week 10

Dear Imagine That! Parent:

Voice is a child’s first instrument, one that has already gone through many changes.

As a baby, she used all parts of her vocal range. She later narrowed that range, settling into a comfortable speaking voice. Now as a preschooler, she uses a speaking voice for almost everything. Many preschoolers sing in a speaking voice and may not know the difference between the two.

Songs that combine speaking and singing help her hear and experience the difference. She can practice switching these voices and expand her range in fun and imaginative ways.

All of this great practice will give her confidence in many vocal abilities. Expressive voice is not only valued in singing, but in speaking, too.

Keep singing and we’ll vocalize all about it next week!