
"It brings people with young families together to enjoy live classical music in a baby-friendly environment.
Great idea and I'm hooked!"
The musical fun doesn’t have to stop when the concert ends…
Keep the music-making going at home!
If your little one loved their time at a Music for Miniatures concert, here are some simple, low-cost, and magical ways to continue exploring classical music together. From playlists to stories to hands-on instrument-making, these resources will help your child stay curious, creative, and connected to music long after the final note has faded.
Recommended Musical Resources for Families
Music for Miniatures
Spotify Playlist
(FREE)
Give your little one the chance to relive the excitement of our concerts anytime! Our curated Spotify playlist brings together some of our favourite classical pieces — an eclectic mix designed to introduce children to a wide range of musical styles and instruments (including some they may have heard live at our concerts!).
Musical Storyland
BBC iPlayer
(FREE)
Alternative Classical Children’s Bookshop
Explore a handpicked selection of musical-themed stories that children adore, from The Bear and the Piano to Carnival of the Animals. These books make wonderful gifts and are a cosy way to extend your child’s musical journey through storytelling, imagination, and beautiful artwork.
Make-Your-Own Instruments at Home (FREE)
Classics for Kids
website & podcast
(FREE)
A brilliant introduction to the world of classical music, explained in a way children instantly connect with. Classics for Kids offers short, engaging podcasts about famous composers, musical eras, and different instruments, plus interactive games and quizzes. Perfect for car journeys, after-school listening, or curious little minds who love asking “why?” and “how?”
San Francisco Symphony – Kids' Site
(FREE)
Explore a colourful world of music through games, videos, and an online “instrument playground.” Children can learn how different instruments work, meet famous composers through fun animations, and experiment with sound in a hands-on, playful way. A fantastic resource for mini-musicians who love exploring and experimenting.
Printable Music-Themed Activity Sheets
(FREE)
Keep little hands busy with simple, screen-free musical fun. First-School offers a lovely selection of musical instrument colouring pages and cut-and-stick printables made especially for toddlers and preschoolers. These gentle activities help children recognise different instruments, explore shapes and sounds, and enjoy a calm creative moment at home. Perfect for rainy days, quiet play, or extending the excitement of hearing instruments at our concerts.
