A toddler in a blue sweater and floral skirt dances on a red carpeted floor with people and musicians playing string instruments in the background.

Kids Music Playtime

  • Kids & Families
  • Classical Music
  • Contemporary Music

A musical adventure for babies and toddlers

Welcome to our monthly Kids Music Playtime, the perfect introduction to live performance and orchestral instruments for babies and toddlers, where imagination meets the magic of music.

Step into a playground of sound where classical favourites meet movie soundtracks, and nursery rhymes come alive. Every note sparkles with joy, inviting babies to wiggle, toddlers to dance and grown-ups to sing along.

Experience the wonder of the Sydney Opera House, all within a relaxed, welcoming space of musical exploration designed especially for our tiniest music lovers.

August

Move, groove, and discover music from around the world at our August Kid’s Music Playtime! Our dynamic woodwind trio invites families to explore the world through dance music from every continent. Little ones will be fascinated as they meet the woodwind family up close and discover infectious dance rhythms from right across the globe.

September

Strings, sparkle, and stories await at our September Kid’s Music Playtime! Our harp and violin duo invite little ones to discover the glittering cascades of the harp and the soaring, singing voice of the violin. From gentle melodies to toe-tapping tunes, it’s the perfect chance for families to get up close with two of the most enchanting instruments in the orchestra.

November

It’s all about the brass family at our November Kid’s Music Playtime! Learn, sing and dance with these powerhouses of the orchestra, from the bright fanfare of the trumpet to the bold slides of the trombone. Join us for a hands-on, ears-open adventure the whole family will enjoy.


 

Presented by Sydney Opera House

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Attending this event

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Plan your visit

Address

Sydney Opera House
Bennelong Point
Sydney NSW 2000
Australia

Getting to the venue

The Opera House is a 7-10 minute walk from Circular Quay, and is easily accessible by car, train, ferry, lightrail, bus, bike and on foot.

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