Month: July 2019

Enjoying Oxford Folk Festival

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Every August the city of Oxford hosts a weekend of exciting folk acts. This includes indie up and comers, Morris dancers and well known names. Volunteers from the local community organise this event and help make sure it is as enjoyable as possible. People who come to the folk festival for the first time should read these tips to ensure a great time is had by all.

Accommodation

Whilst bigger festivals like Glastonbury have plenty of camping space, this is not the case for the Oxford Folk Festival. However, there are a few camping sites within driving distance. Alternatively, visitors may prefer to stay in a hotel or B&B. The great thing about this city is that there is a variety of places to stay. Some are quaint little cottages located in the countryside. Others are modern rooms in the centre of the city.

Staying Healthy

The most important thing is to stay hydrated when at this event. It is open air and there will likely be plenty of sunshine. This can increase the chances of dehydration and sunstroke. Therefore, festival goers should dress appropriately.

If people are concerned about the health impacts of festivals then it is best to talk to a doctor. This can be done using the livi app which allows patients to video chat with their GPs. It is a convenient way of accessing NHS services.

Itinerary

The festival is full of acts and activities to enjoy. With so much to do it can seem overwhelming for some. For this reason, it is a good idea to create an itinerary for the weekend. First the festival goer should look at the schedule for each day. Then they can pick which acts to see. Scheduling meal breaks will ensure that they have enough energy to enjoy the entire event.

Socialising

Festivals are great places to hang out with friends. Doing so can create life long memories. These are also perfect venues for meeting new people. Everyone there will already have one thing in common: a love for the folk music genre. Visitors are encouraged to mingle with locals and perpetuate a friendly and social atmosphere.

Alcohol

The Oxford Folk Festival is at its heart a family friendly event. The rules on drinking alcohol may vary from year to year. However, it is a safe bet to assume that there will be very little alcoholic beverages to buy on site.

Visitors may also not be allowed to bring their own booze. If they are thinking of doing this they should wait until the event is closed. Then the relevant rules regarding alcohol should be posted online. Alternatively, they can contact the organisers directly and ask about it.

Nine Reasons Why Art and Music Are Helpful for Children

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Music is essential to everyone, especially when growing up as a child. It is vital that it is taught in schools, as the benefits are so great. Music is an art, and it allows children to express their creativity.

Here are some reasons why children need music in their lives.

Brain Booster

When children make music, they are also able to expand their brain. What music does to the brain, is that it stimulates it, just as when they are working on maths or any other learning subject.

Improves Academic Results

Children who are inclined to enjoy art have more educational benefits. Music motivates children to do well in class, and to remain in school. It motivates them to improve their performance.

Lasting Memory

If you want your kids to have a retentive memory, music will help achieve this. Studies show that children exposed to music at an early age can understand phrases, sounds, and movements

sooner. Dancing also helps children develop excellent motor abilities. Even adults get the benefit of a remarkable memory from listening to music.

Improves Creativity

If a child is creative naturally in arts, you will see them expand in their gift when they listen to or create music. If you allow your children to express themselves, it is a great way to open channels of creativity in their lives.

Music Enhances Social Skills

Music classes help children learn skills such as teamwork, leadership and communication.

Enhances Language, Art and Reading Skills

Music expands the brains of children, and this means that they can acquire knowledge faster. Studies conducted at the renowned University of Southern California show that music can develop the brain for language learning in children. Toddlers can identify shapes and colours using music. If you want to improve communication and reading skills in your children, introducing them to music will be a great start.

Builds Confidence

With music, children can develop skills which will help them build their confidence. Studies have shown that when children participate in arts and music, the compliments they get gives them confidence.

Music Connects People

Music has a great way of creating a fun-filled atmosphere. It is also an excellent way for children to connect with cultures and the people around them. Children can connect with their parents and siblings when listening to music.

Art and Music Instills Discipline

When children learn music, they can discover different vital theories on the subject. Even though a child may be musically talented, it will take dedication and practice to improve their gifts. They will need the devotion to commit their time to train, and appropriate classrooms, which will help them learn discipline.