Tech has taken over and Gen Alpha is engaging with screens (and social media) more than ever before. The negative effects of unmitigated screen time are well-documented and there’s a lot of content ...

Whether you're dealing with a temper tantrum, trying to lull a baby to sleep, or want a relaxing afternoon for yourself, a good playlist can help just about anyone chill out. The right mix of lyrics ...

Music remains one of the most timeless, gentle tools, even for children. It is a beautiful way to reach them, teach them, and calm their hearts. For children, especially in their early years, the ...

Arguably the most famous of Saint-Saëns’ The Carnival of the Animals is No. 13 ‘The Swan’. Scored for two pianos and a solo cello, its calming melody represents the bird’s effortless gliding, while ...

At the age of 4, Karen Basrak followed her older sister, Cathy, and started to learn the violin. In less than two years, she would switch to the cello and she hasn't looked back. Basrak, who grew up ...

Giovanna Fletcher and Peppa Pig join Alexander Armstrong, Myleene Klass, Alan Titchmarsh and Aled Jones for Classic FM’s first ever Family Classics Day. To coincide with half term for many children ...