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Let the Xylophone Ensembles 2025

music
musi c Our Xylophone Ensembles provide children with a
fun and enriching musical experience. Playing the
xylophone helps develop fine motor skills, hand-eye

play
play coordination, and cognitive abilities, while also
fostering creativity and a sense of rhythm.

Cognitive and motor skill development
• Fine motor control: Striking the bars accurately
Upper Keystage 2 strengthens dexterity and finger coordination.
Class Music Concert • Hand-eye coordination: Children learn to match

their movements to what they see.
• Memory & problem-solving: Recognising pitches
and experimenting with rhythms builds memory,
auditory skills, and critical thinking.

Musical and creative benefits
• Musical foundation: Children gain early exposure
to rhythm, pitch, and melody.
• Creative expression: The xylophone allows
children to explore sound and express themselves
artistically.

Emotional and social benefits
• Confidence & self-discipline: Learning to play
encourages pride, focus, and perseverance.
• Stress relief: Playing music offers a joyful and
calming outlet.
• Through the Xylophone Ensembles, children
enjoy a harmonious blend of learning, creativity,
and personal growth.

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