Recommended songs for eurhythmics. Let's enjoy music using our bodies!
Eurhythmics, which involves moving the body in time with music and sounds, is said to have very positive effects on children’s development—not only nurturing musical sensitivity but also fostering expressiveness, cooperation, and independence.
Because it lets children enjoy music up close and have fun with it, many preschools and kindergartens have adopted it.
So this time, we’re introducing recommended songs for eurhythmics.
From timeless classics to tunes that are especially popular with kids, we’ve gathered plenty of songs that will make you want to move your body.
Be sure to get moving to your heart’s content together with the children!
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Recommended songs for Eurhythmics: Enjoy music with your whole body! (31–40)
Hoop Music Play
Let me share some ideas for playing with music using hula hoops.
All you need is a piano and large hula hoops.
Eurhythmics nurtures children’s interest in music and their abilities by moving the body to music and playing with rhythm.
While it’s possible to do these activities without any props, why not try eurhythmics ideas that use hula hoops? By moving the hula hoops to the music or along the scale, children can enjoy the fun of expressing themselves with their bodies.
On the bustanizou
This is a eurhythmics song recommended for kids who love vehicles.
Just like the title, you ride the bus, turn right and left, climb hills, and more.
With so many different situations, it never gets boring.
It might be best to have the child sit on their caregiver’s lap—then you can rock or tilt them in time with the music.
It’s sure to be a eurhythmics session full of smiles.
Be sure to enjoy the sounds, singing, and movements to the fullest, and deepen the parent-child bond!
Let’s clap our handsdōyō
“Let’s Clap Our Hands” is an old hand-play song in Japan, but it is said to be based on a Czech folk song.
However, the lyrics of that song have little to do with the Japanese version.
There is also a similar piece to a Lithuanian folk song used in folk dance, and that one shows commonalities in the lyrics.
It is said that there is an English version translating these lyrics as well, showing that the song is popular worldwide.
It’s a good form of eurhythmics for expressing various emotions and feeling refreshed.
Child of AbrahamAmerika Gasshūkoku no dōyō
This rhythmic and cute song is a hugely popular children’s play song.
The lyrics refer to Abraham, a figure from the Bible, but the focus is on having fun moving the body rather than any religious meaning.
The choreography, which moves through body parts in order—hands, feet, head, and bottom—helps improve children’s physical abilities.
Masato Shimon released it as a single in June 1979, and many artists have covered it since.
It’s often used at kindergartens and nurseries for sports days and recitals, and when everyone sings and dances together, it’s sure to create wonderful memories!
A Peculiar Halloweenpikuson
Okashina Halloween is sung by Pixson, a read-aloud unit that debuted on NHK’s Minna no Uta.
A dream collaboration has come true with tuperatupera, a creator duo loved across generations! It’s the perfect number to dance to at nursery and kindergarten Halloween events.
The punchy main groove and the sections that modulate to a Halloween-like minor key are so much fun! Packed with ideas to keep kids engaged, this track is just right for dressing up, dancing, singing, and having a blast.
Recommended songs for Eurhythmics: Enjoy music with your whole body! (41–50)
Anpanman’s Marchanpanman
Dancing to choreography is a lot of fun for children—not just babies and toddlers, but kids of all ages.
“Anpanman’s March” is a hugely popular song that every child gets hooked on at least once.
The lyrics were written by creator Takashi Yanase in 1988 as the opening theme for the TV anime “Soreike! Anpanman.” If you can dance to this song, it’s likely to be even more exciting than just singing it.
Many parents grew up with this song as well, so it might be fun to dance together as a family.
In conclusion
We’ve introduced some recommended songs for eurhythmics—what did you think? There were various pieces, including ones for practicing instant reactions, skipping, and jumping. In eurhythmics, the most important thing is to enjoy the music. Find songs suited to the child’s age and developmental stage, and start by simply enjoying the music!