On this playlist, Maiju Kopra, President of the Children’s Music Association in Finland, guides us through a selection of classic children’s music.

Composer Anna Nora and author Timo Parvela discuss culture meant for children and the interfaces between music and literature. Both have had to come to terms...

Children’s music boasts a surprisingly extensive history in Finland. In this article, originally published in FMQ in 2011, Anu Ahola provides an overview of the various...

"This special issue of FMQ allows the vibrancy and joy of children’s music to shine through verbally, visually, and aurally," writes Lasse Lehtonen.

Formed at the Sibelius Academy ten years ago, Mutaveijarit (Mud Rascals) has nurtured a deep-seated love for children’s music. With their versatile approach to music and...

Music playschool, or “muskari” in Finnish, is an iconic element of the Finnish music education system, and the most popular pastime for children under school age...

Sibafest, an open-door event showcasing various artistic activities, education, and research conducted at the Sibelius Academy of the University of the Arts Helsinki, was held in...

Finland’s choral scene is vibrant, and its professional side has further solidified in recent years. It is important for amateur and professional choirs alike to move...

Japanese Noh, a form of musical theatre codified in the early 15th century, has been transmitted to us from that age through an uninterrupted tradition. It...