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  • Inspiring Women Composers Every Child Should Know

    Music history is full of incredible voices, and among the most inspiring are the women who composed, performed, and led the way across centuries. From the passionate piano music of Clara Schumann to the vibrant symphonies of Florence Price, these composers show us that music knows no boundaries. Let's learn about five remarkable women whose crea...
  • Paganini’s Caprice 24: The Devil’s Violinist and the Magic of Music

    Have you ever heard a piece of music so exciting, so full of energy and surprises, that it almost felt magical? That’s exactly how people felt when they first heard Niccolò Paganini play his famous Caprice No. 24 for solo violin. Today, let’s dive into the fascinating story behind this legendary piece and the mysterious man who wrote it! Who W...
  • Effortless Music Appreciation With A Listening Calendar

    Are you looking for a simple way to bring more beauty, joy, and learning into your family’s daily routine? Imagine a moment each day where you and your children pause, listen, and connect through the power of music—no prep, no stress, just pure enjoyment. That’s precisely what the SQUILT Music Listening Calendar is designed to do! What Is the SQ...
  • How to Start Your Child’s Musical Journey

    Why Start with Music Appreciation? Music appreciation is more than just listening - it’s about engaging with music as a language. When children are exposed to a wide variety of music in an intentional, guided way, their curiosity is sparked.  They begin to notice patterns, rhythms, and melodies, and often want to know more about how music “wor...
  • Learn About Melba Liston

    Have you ever heard of Melba Liston?  Chances are the answer is "no". She is not a figure who is often studied in the world of music - but she is an inspiring and interesting woman for young people of all ages to learn about.Melba Liston was a “true unsung hero of Jazz” and a trailblazer for women instrumentalists. She was one of the first femal...
  • A Year of Music Appreciation

       Just a little bit of listening each day can yield BIG results.  Here at Super Quiet UnInterrupted Listening Time, I encourage children (and adults!) of all ages to simply LISTEN to music each day. Sometimes, however, parents wonder WHAT to offer for listening selections.  Our monthly listening calendar is a great way to receive a piece of mus...