Music ProgramsMusic Programs
ETM offers parents, teachers and caregivers a number of compelling,
enriching and educational music programs.
Q: How does ETM enrich through music?
A: ETM uses thematic and memorable songs as the key multiple intelligence to enrich and
assist in the development and education of the pre-school / kindergarten child.
Q: What makes the ETM approach unique?
A: Everyone knows that music is a powerful gateway to developmentally appropriate language skills.
When the critical preschool skills are learned seamlessly through music,
education remains a challenging but highly entertaining process for the young child.
Q: Why is ETM so important?
A: With the "High Tech" saturation of media stimulation (T.V., video games, DVD and video),
a music program that offers a "high touch" developmental strategy is needed
now more than ever to instill a love of learning and a love of life.
Q: How effective is the ETM program?
A: The ETM approach has been highly effective with thousands of children over the past
twelve years. The music and lyrics are age and stage appropriate, enriching and memorable.
Every child will want to sing them over and over again by their own volition. This is how
the ETM benefits and intentions are fully-realized.
Q: Why does ETM stress the importance and use of visual aids.
A: The song lyrics are specifically designed to support visual intelligence (positive images)
along with the music. The use of visual aids are a natural extension of the lyrics themselves.
This greatly enhances the learning process and the multiple intelligence dimensions through
the creation of an integrated, multi-sensory experience. The more senses that become
involved, the greater the learning potential for the child.
Q: How does ETM employ, encourage and develop the Multiple Intelligences and Diverse Learning Styles?
A:
 | Through age-appropriate lyrics that provide general and specific knowledge of the subject matter |
| Through melodies that are easily accessible to the pre-school/kindergarten child while simultaneously providing greater musical depth |
| Through the use of visual aids (puppets, felt-figures and props) |
| Through movement and dramatic play |
| Through age-appropriate discussion based on the subject themes |
| Through the creation of crafts/activities related to the subject matter |
MELANIE ROSENBERG-BRIARWOOD PRE-SCHOOL
Captain Al captivates and enthralls the children with his catchy tunes and wonderful lyrics. His music enriches the lives of our children by encouraging learning and unleashing their musical participation and awareness.
The staff, parents and children are thrilled to have his ETM Music Program as part of our school curriculum!
AMERICAN HERITAGE ACADEMY
Alan Riva (Captain Al ) is a gifted and talented songwriter-musician-performer, and demonstrates the skills and understanding needed to educate, entertain and captivate children. They really love him and look forward with great enthusiasm to his arrival for each music class. Parents are continually thanking me for having him and his music program at our school.
ROBERT REIHER PH.D. AUTHOR: KIDNAPPED
Everyone knows that music offers a powerful gateway to learning. Alan has mastered the rapport with a captivating and personalized style of communication that sets him apart from other entertainers and educators. See for yourself, why he has received critical acclaim from parents, teachers and caregivers for his exceptional ability to understand the developmental needs of young children and to communicate through songs, music, movement, puppets, and individualized learning activities.