lzp11 wrote: I did not for this first attempt as it was a bit impromptu (and once E agrees to try something it is best not to wait too long or else she loses interest!!). But have subsequently placed 3 coloured dots on these keys so hopefully will make things easier.
Is it ok to use two hands for chords (2 index fingers) to start with?
It is not just OK, it is very good. The motto of Soft Mozart is GRADUAL and naturl learning.
For instance, your power point files added to it big time and made it possible to teach even 17 months babies!
We know, what our goal is, right? So, building small steps to the goal is a very smart thing to do...
I also want you to take it easy, if your kid is not meeting 'requirements'. There are no requirements indeed - just one: we have to create the surrounding for our kids, where music making and music is 'cool and appreciated'. The rest will be taken care off, because the program works even between the sessions