Music and Movement Programs for Early Childhood

Enjoy a delightful selection of streaming songs, dances, and music designed specifically for early childhood education. These vibrant tracks feature a diverse range of instruments and are perfect for engaging young minds and bodies.

Stream Music & Movement Programs for Early Childhood

Are you an early childhood educator looking for ready-to-use music and movement programs that bring the world into your classroom?

Greg Dimmock from A Swag Full of Instruments has spent decades crafting songs and soundscapes that introduce children aged 0–6 to authentic world instruments, multicultural rhythms and joyful movement.

Moreover, every track is designed specifically for use in childcare centres, preschools, kindergartens and early years classrooms, and is aligned with the Early Years Learning Framework V2.0 (EYLF V2.0).

When children hear the diverse sounds of different instruments, it sparks their curiosity and encourages them to move, dance and express themselves musically.

As a result, we love introducing children to a vibrant world of instruments from various cultures, opening their ears and minds to global sounds.

In fact, educators across Australia have found these programs to be one of the simplest ways to bring genuine cultural awareness into their daily routines

Why Educators Choose A Swag Full of Instruments

✅ Trusted by educators as a complete classroom music and movement resource — not just background musi

✅ Designed specifically for children aged 0–6 in childcare and preschool settings

✅ Features 15 authentic world instruments from Australia, Ireland, China, the Middle East, Africa and more

✅ Every track includes a narrated instrument introduction — so children learn ABOUT the instrument before the song begins

✅ Supports EYLF V2.0 Learning Outcomes across identity, communication, cultural awareness, physical development and creative expression

✅ Used by 30+ early education centres across Australia

How This Supports the EYLF V2.0

Greg’s music and movement programs directly support all five EYLF V2.0 Learning Outcomes:

Identity (Outcome 1):

Children develop a strong sense of self and cultural belonging through exposure to music from their own and other cultures.

Community (Outcome 2):

Shared music experiences build connection, empathy and respect for diversity within the group.

Wellbeing (Outcome 3):

Movement, dance and rhythm activities build physical coordination, gross motor skills and emotional regulation.

Learning (Outcome 4):

Listening to and exploring instruments builds curiosity, concentration and early mathematical thinking through pattern and rhythm.

Communication (Outcome 5):

Songs, rhyme and rhythm directly support language development, phonological awareness, literacy and creative expression.

Stream the Full Catalogue Now

The complete A Swag Full of Instruments music program is available to stream today. Choose your preferred platform:

🎧 Spotify 🍎 Apple Music 📦 Amazon Music ☁️ SoundCloud ▶️ YouTube Music 🎵 Songcast Music ← Stream here to directly support independent Australian children’s music

Discover the Sounds:

1) Didgeridoo & Clapping Sticks

Indigenous Australian culture — one of the world’s oldest musical traditions Immerse your classroom in the ancient sounds of Australia. The deep resonating drone of the Didgeridoo paired with the sharp rhythm of Clapping Sticks introduces children to First Nations culture and the world’s oldest continuous musical heritage. A powerful starting point for cultural awareness discussions with under-5s.

Listen to full track of Didgeridoo and Clapp sticks

2 The Horses Song”: The Horses song

Featuring: Spoons, Bass Guitar & Acoustic Guitar Gallop along with one of the most universally loved instruments — the kitchen spoons! This track gets children moving, clapping and pretending to ride horses. Great for gross motor development and imaginative play.

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3) “Through the Streets of Cairo”:

Featuring: Oud, Djembe, Tin Whistle & Egg Shakers Journey to the Middle East with the haunting sound of the Oud — a string instrument that has been played for over 3,500 years. Paired with the Djembe drum and the lilting Tin Whistle, this track opens young ears to the rich musical cultures of North Africa and the Arab world.

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Listen to full track of Through the Streets of Cairo

4) “The Animal Dance”:

Get ready to move to the rhythm of the Mandolin, Acoustic and Bass Guitar, Tin Whistle, Flute, and Lagerphone.

his track was made for dancing, stomping and acting out animals. In fact, it supports gross motor development, imaginative play and creative expression — three EYLF V2.0 favourites in one song. Furthermore, the combination of Mandolin, Acoustic and Bass Guitar, Tin Whistle, Flute and Lagerphone gives children a rich layered sound to move to.”

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Listen to full track of The Animal Dance

5) “The Tank Stream Jig”:

Experience traditional Irish sounds with the Bodhrain, Tin Whistle, and Irish Bouzouki.

Discover the joy of traditional Irish folk music. The bouncing rhythm of the Bodhrán and the melodic Tin Whistle make this track irresistible for little feet. As a result, it is perfect for introducing European cultural heritage to your classroom in a way that gets children moving.”

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6) “The Lagerphone Song”:

Learn about this unique Australian instrument as you hear the Lagerphone, Bass, and Acoustic Guitar.

Meet Australia’s most unusual folk instrument — the Lagerphone! Made from beer bottle tops nailed to a broomstick, it is a uniquely Australian percussion instrument that delights children every time. Above all, it is a wonderful conversation starter about Australian cultural identity and a great way to spark curiosity about everyday objects.”

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Listen to full track of The Lagerphone Song

7) “Kookaburra Sits on the Old Gum Tree”:

A beloved classic featuring the Acoustic Guitar, Didjeridoo, and Lagerphone.

A beloved Australian classic reimagined with world instruments. This familiar song in a new arrangement helps children connect known content with new sounds — a powerful early learning strategy for building musical confidence.

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8) “The Scent of the Gum”:

A beautiful tune played with the Flute, Mandolin, Bass, and Acoustic Guitar.

A beautiful, gentle instrumental piece perfect for quiet time, mindfulness moments or transitioning between activities. The soft tones of the Flute and Mandolin create a calming, evocative soundscape.

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Listen to full track of The Scent of the Gum

9) “The Elephant and the Snake”:

A playful tune featuring the Bombarde, Cabasa, Egg Shakers, and Acoustic Guitar.

A playful, imaginative tune that invites children to move like elephants and slither like snakes. The Bombarde — a traditional Breton wind instrument — gives this track a wonderfully unusual sound that sparks instant curiosity.

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10) The Drum Song”:

Explore a percussive feast with the Side Drum, Bodhrain, Djambe, Gourd, Cabasa, Egg Shakers, and Acoustic Guitar.

A percussive feast from around the world! This track introduces children to seven different percussion instruments in one song — perfect for a dedicated percussion exploration session in your classroom.

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11) “The Road to Beijing”:

Travel to China with the unique sounds of the Chinese Hammer Dulcimer, Flute, and Acoustic Guitar.

Travel to China with the shimmering, delicate tones of the Chinese Hammer Dulcimer — an instrument many Australian children have never heard before. A wonderful entry point for exploring Chinese culture, particularly relevant for centres with Chinese-heritage families.

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12) “The Spanish Dance”:

Experience the vibrant energy of the Classical Guitar.

Discover the vibrant, passionate energy of Spanish flamenco through the voice of the Classical Guitar. This track is ideal for free movement, scarves and ribbon dancing. Additionally, it is a beautiful way to introduce children to European musical tradition in a way that encourages creative expression.”

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Listen to full track of The Spanish Dance

13) “The Piggyback Song”:

A fun song featuring the Tin Whistle, Spoons, Bass, and Acoustic Guitar.

A joyful, bouncy finish to the program. The Piggyback Song gets children laughing, clapping and bouncing along — a perfect high-energy closer for your music and movement session.

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Listen to full track of The Piggyback Song

Book Greg for a Live Incursion

Want to bring the full A Swag Full of Instruments experience live into your centre? Greg performs interactive incursions of up to 60 minutes for preschool and primary school children, with every child actively involved through dancing, clapping, singing and instrument exploration.

Book now shows@aswagfullofinstruments.com

Need Custom Music Resources?

Greg also works with centres and educators to create custom music programs tailored to your specific community, cultural context or curriculum focus.