The Music Podcast for Kids!

This episode helps us get to know Stephanie Leavell of Music for Kiddos.  Stephanie is the creator of Music for Kiddos, a website that provides high-quality music and music resources for music therapists, music educators, and parents. She's mom to a spunky young daughter, a seasoned performer, an experienced music educator, and a board-certified music therapist. Stephanie is a Berklee College of M...

Music is built just like a house. This episode kicks off our exciting new season and theme. We will be picking apart music to see what elements make up a song. Today’s episode will give us an overview of how a song is built from the foundation up just like a house. Stay tuned for more exciting episodes as we build our MUSIC HOUSE! You can see our original song about the Music House here: https://w...

Andrew Jed is a songwriter and producer of Tricked Out Tricycle; a collection of songs for kids to explore a variety of topics that use their imagination in a fun and engaging way. Andrew has written music for film and TV while continuing to be a studio and live performer. Today we get to sit down to chat more about Andrew’s journey with music and even get to learn more about his awesome new album...

Suzi Digby was born in Japan and lived in Hong Kong, Mexico, and the Philippines before settling in the UK. She is a leading choral conductor and music educator and has promoted the revival of singing in the schools and communities in the UK. In 2016 she founded ORA Singers. She also founded the following National organizations: The Voices Foundation, a leading Primary Music charity; Vocal Futures...

10 Year Old Singing Sensation Kiara Dokaj Born to perform, Kiara Dokaj's career started at the tender age of 2 where she performed regularly for family, friends, and at school for her classmates. Kiara won the “Most Promising Performer Award” at the 2020 Youth Talent BC Competition. She placed in the Top 5 competing against singers twice her age or more. Kiara is involved with the “You Are a Sunfl...

What makes an instrument part of the brass family? Mr. Henry and Mr. Fite explore the brass family and teach all about this LOUD group of instruments. Learn about their experience in playing brass instruments as well! Thank you so much for listening to the show. Please leave us a review on iTunes!   ***Classroom and Homeschool Teachers***  Find our digital resource to help enhance your classroom H...

Take a journey will Mr. Henry and Mr. Fite to the great country of Japan. Learn about the music from Japan on their not so luxurious boat trip…. In fact, the Captain of the boat seems to have a little trouble during the entire trip. Hopefully, they make it, but learning about some cool instruments from Japan will be heard and enjoyed!      Thank you so much for listening to the show. Please leave...

Mr. Fite and Mr. Henry had the pleasure to sit down with the brilliant, hilarious duo.... Trout Fishing in America ! We learned all about Keith and Ezra's journey with music and even get to hear a couple of their great tunes. Be sure to leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening! Check out Trout Fishing in America's website: https://www.troutmusic.com/ Check out ou...

ENCORE! Mr. Fite and Mr. Henry teach everyone about the piano including the parts of the piano, the history of the great invention, and much more! Be sure to leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening! Check out our YouTube channel : Remember to Share and Subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdGhqK_DWpRIKS45ICqN3eQ ***Classroom and Homeschool Teachers***  Fi...

Mr. Fite had the pleasure to sit down with Blues artist and award-winning songwriter Steven Courtney. This interview is on location in Steven Courtney’s production studio. Along with a very interesting start in music, Steven shares some insights on how he approaches songwriting. Steven has been a performing songwriter since 1991. Few artists are as committed to expanding the boundaries of Children...

In today’s episode, we get to jam out with Mr. Henry’s Summertime Rap! This is a fun song about...well… summertime! Listen and rap along. Oh and there’s also body percussion and a cool Listening Challenge at the end. See if you can tell whether the patterns are the same or different. Maybe you could play along with a friend or even make up your own rhythm challenge to share with someone.      Be s...

Mr. Henry and Mr. Fite sat down with Robert Miller and Chris Mallet, the members of Duo SF, an amazing guitar duo. They share their musical journey from when they were kids all the way up to today as founders of The California Conservatory of Music.  Robert and Chris also created a really cool app called Practice Space which they use with their students at the Conservatory.     Be sure to leave a...

Music Notes ‘N Stuff (Encore) In this encore, Mr. Henry and Mr. Fite explore some of the most common notes found in music. Check to see who wins the music note game and even sing along with a fun song all about the steady beat! Woohoo!     Be sure to leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!   Check out our YouTube channel: Remember to Share and Subscribe! https:...

What are all of those things a drummer hits when playing the drum set? That’s what today’s Spotlight is all about. Learn about the snare, toms, bass drum, and more! Mr. Henry and Mr. Fite had a very informative chat with Danny at the music store. You’ll hear lots of drum set parts and even a little history of the drum set. Be sure to check out the App of the Month where Mr. Henry shares about Gara...

Ukulele Month continues on The Music Podcast for Kids!  This week, Mr. Fite interviews his friend,  Fred McNaughton. His stage name is Phredd and wow what a fun guy he is! We learn how Phredd began playing the ukulele and why this instrument has brought so much joy to his audiences and fans.   Phredd is The Ukulele Strumming, Harmonica Wailing, Suitcase Drum Kicking, Quirky Singer-Songwriter of Un...

Aloha! Ukulele Month continues on The Music Podcast for Kids!  This week, Mr. Henry and Mr. Fite sit down to chat with virtuoso ukulele player Jake Shimabukuro. In this interview, you’ll hear how Jake got started playing the ukulele and some of his adventures as he travels the world. He also has some wise words for beginner ukulele players. Be sure to leave a review wherever you get your podcasts....

Ukulele Month continues on The Music Podcast for Kids! This week’s episode is all about virtuoso ukulele player Jake Shimabukuro. We hope you enjoy learning about Jake and his ukulele journey. Tune in next week for our interview with Jake Shimabukuro! Be sure to leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening! Check out our YouTube channel: Remember to Share and Subscri...

Aloha! May is Ukulele month on The Music Podcast for Kids! We kick it off with a spotlight episode all about the Jumping Flea, um…Ukulele. What’s all this talk about fleas? Find out in this week’s episode.  Be sure to leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening!   Check out our YouTube channel: Remember to Share and Subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdGhqK...

We’re wrapping up Jazz Appreciation Month this week on The Music Podcast for Kids. Mr. Henry and Mr. Fite sat down with jazz singer Lindsey Benedict. Be sure to leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening! Lindsey Benedict is a jazz singer, performance coach, public speaker, and worship leader with a passion for world travel.  She enjoys performing with the Judson J...

Jazz Appreciation Month continues on The Music Podcast for Kids. Join Mr. Henry, Mr. Fite, and Mr. Hairylegs as they turn a rainy day into a blues song and the best day ever! Breakfast, hamsters, race cars, and music?! Find out more in today’s episode.  Be sure to leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening! Check out our YouTube channel: Remember to Share and Subsc...

Jazz Appreciation Month continues on The Music Podcast for Kids as Mr. Henry and Mr. Fite interview Grammy-Award Winning singer and music educator Sharon Cho. Her music journey is exciting and inspiring! Be sure to leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening! Listen to and sing along with the uplifting song “You-Nique” that Sharon talked about during the interview:...

Today’s episode kicks off our April Jazz theme on The Music Podcast for Kids! We hope you enjoy this encore presentation of Jazz Music. Mr. Henry and Mr. Fite travel through time to learn all about the history of jazz. Learn about the different styles of jazz that evolved throughout time. Even learn about Mr. Henry’s and Mr. Fite’s experience of playing jazz music! Be sure to leave a review wherev...

In today’s episode, Mr. Henry and Mr. Fite talk with two-time Grammy-Award winning composer Christopher Tin.  Learn how he got started in music and the story behind how he wrote the theme song for Civilization IV. Be sure to leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening! To learn more about Christopher Tin, visit his website christophertin.com Subscribe to Christopher...

In today’s episode, you get to move and groove with the Easter Bunny Rap, get to know the legendary composer and elementary music influencer, Carl Orff, and learn some fun ideas for the general music classroom from teacher and podcaster Jessica Grant. Be sure to leave a review wherever you get your podcasts. Thanks so much for listening! Watch an orchestra and chorus perform Carmina Burana HERE. W...

Music of Latin America Mr. Henry and Mr. Fite have an amazing adventure to another dimension in today’s episode. They explore all kids of cool instruments used in Latin American music. Conga, maracas, cajon, oh my! They also compete in a cool game show hosted by Jerry Slapdash (who thinks he’s really handsome). We hope you enjoy today’s adventure learning about the music of Latin America! Check ou...