Nurtured Notes

Nurtured Notes Formerly- Notes with Nicole. Music therapy, early childhood music classes, parties & events in Denver CO and surrounding areas

03/15/2026

We’re singing about colors and rainbows this month 🌈 and learning our colors through song! Our Little Notes Music Enrichment program uses music to work on so many different skills. In this class we’re using ribbon streamers, practicing finding each color, then we will sing and dance with our streamers! 🎶

Using the tune of Family/ Daddy Finger, adding in each color.

03/14/2026

5 Little Shamrocks is such a fun way to practice counting 1–5! ☘️

I printed and laminated 5 different shamrocks to help maintain attention and open up conversation about colors and counting leaves (some have 3, some have 4!).

Comment “shamrock” and I’ll send you the visuals I used + the lyrics! ☘️

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🌈☘️

03/13/2026

A fun St Patrick’s day song for littles! Learning the sign “lucky!” ☘️

Saw this shared by and and immediately added it to my music classes! Thanks for the inspo!

03/11/2026

Taking a break is an important skill for kids to learn.

In music therapy, we practice recognizing when we need a break, asking for one, and actually taking it. Music makes this feel safe, predictable, and fun.

In this moment, my client and I were singing I Need A Break by Stephanie Leavell together….practicing regulation, communication, and self-advocacy all through music. 🎶

These little moments build big lifelong skills.

Music therapy outside today ☀️🎶One of the benefits of in-home music therapy sessions is that we can use the child’s own ...
03/10/2026

Music therapy outside today ☀️🎶

One of the benefits of in-home music therapy sessions is that we can use the child’s own environment. Today that meant bringing the instruments outside for fresh air, movement, and sensory exploration.

Familiar spaces can help kids feel safe, regulated, and ready to engage.

03/06/2026

I’ve been using Moon Moon Moon by in classes this month and it’s always such a sweet moment in music time. 🌙

Repetitive songs like this invite kids to sing along, build language, and connect through music. Try it with your little one tonight!

*did anyone catch the meow at the perfect time? 😂

03/06/2026

Bubbles are an easy way to spark connection, attention, and joy. Babies naturally watch them, reach for them, and want more, which creates so many opportunities for communication and interaction.

- Encourages requesting and communication
- Builds joint attention
- Supports visual tracking
- Practices reaching and coordination
- Creates connection and shared joy

Sometimes the simplest activities are the most powerful. 🫧

03/04/2026

Stretchy band fun! Using stretchy bands with our little learners is a playful way to get their sillies out while also building motor skills, practicing social connection, and working on attentive listening. Such a fun activity for preschool music class!

Song by Stephanie Leavell- “Stretch It Out” from

Stretchy band from

03/03/2026

He’s not just playing “Twinkle Twinkle.” This is music therapy.

We’re working on:
- sequencing
- sustained attention
- impulse control
- motor planning
- confidence

What looks like a simple melody is actually meaningful, intentional therapeutic work.

Functional goals woven into familiar songs, where learning feels safe, engaging, and successful.

03/01/2026

Hello and goodbye songs are so much more than just starting and ending class.

They create routine, support smooth transitions, and help little ones feel safe and secure in their environment. When children know what to expect, they’re more confident participating, learning, and connecting.

Our goodbye song also practices simple sign language alongside easy words to sing, supporting communication, language development, and engagement for every child.

Music builds connection. Routine builds confidence. And even the smallest moments, like saying hello and goodbye, make a big impact. 🎶

A little peek behind the music ✨This is who runs (almost) everything around here… your music therapist, teacher, class p...
02/28/2026

A little peek behind the music ✨

This is who runs (almost) everything around here… your music therapist, teacher, class planner, curriculum creator, email sender, business owner… and biggest believer in the power of music to create growth and connection. 💛

And I couldn’t do it alone. So grateful for Catie, who helps bring the magic to our classes and connect with so many amazing kiddos.

Our small but mighty team is using music to support development, build connection, and make meaningful impacts in the lives of children and families every day. 🎶

02/27/2026

I love my little music helpers 🩷

There’s something so powerful about making music together.

Music creates connection before words ever can. It builds trust, supports emotional regulation, encourages communication, and gives children a safe space to express themselves. These shared moments of singing, listening, and engaging aren’t just musical, they’re building relationships, confidence, and connection.

Bumpin Up & Down in my Little Red Wagon- some additional lyrics I use in classes to encourage connection- “giving big hugs in my little red wagon,” “I love you in my little red wagon”

Try this song with your little one, bouncing on your lap, rocking back and forth, and giving hugs! So many fun adaptations!

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