Dr. Erman Türkili discusses the importance of early childhood music education and its role in shaping creativity, emotional intelligence, and a lifelong love of learning. Drawing insights from his book, First Steps of a Little Artist, he shares practical strategies for making music accessible to all children, including those with developmental challenges, and explores how music can become a vital tool for connection and self-expression.

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