Early Childhood Music Classes the Whole Family will Enjoy!
Musical Instruments
for Babies & Toddlers
Musical instruments are one of the best ways for babies and toddlers to explore sound, movement, and early communication.
At Ramblin’ Dan’s Freewheelin’ Band, music isn’t just something kids listen to — it’s something they actively take part in.
Instruments give children a way to move, respond, experiment, and build confidence from a very early age.
And just as important as class time is what happens at home!
MUSIC STARTS AT HOME
and Why it Matters
Musical fun isn’t only for class.
Some of the most important moments happen at home.
In class, many children take time to observe.
At home, where they feel comfortable, they start to experiment,
express themselves, and try what they’ve seen.
A simple set of musical instruments can make a big difference.
It turns everyday moments into opportunities for connection, play, and learning.
And while it feels like fun, something deeper is happening. Babies and toddlers are building coordination, recognizing patterns in sound, and developing early communication skills.
Our Favorite Instruments
for Babies & Toddlers
Below are some of our favorite musical instruments that work well both in class and at home.
THINGS THAT SHAKE
SHAKE, SHAKE, SHAKE...
THINGS THAT JINGLE
JINGLE, JANGLE...
DRUMS &
RHYTHM
KEEP THE BEAT
WANNA
LEVEL UP?
LARGER INSTRUMENTS
Important Safety Note
Many kids’ drums and woodblocks come with wooden drum sticks.
Please do not let children put these in their mouths, as they can become a choking hazard.
These sticks often have a small ball attached with glue, and in some cases, that piece can come loose.
For that reason, we don’t recommend using these types of sticks unless a parent is closely supervising.
A safer option is to use the small maracas listed above as drum sticks,
or simply let children use their hands on the drums.