Music Seal
The rules for how the music boxes sound. Not all of them sound the same, but all of them sound like a music box.
The songs
- Folk, traditional songs and lullabies in the public domain.
- They sound like a music box, and nothing else.
- The melody is always recognisable: the first time it plays as it is, and when it changes, it is still itself.
- Every song has a clear ending.
- Nothing is added unless it can be heard: everything is checked by listening, not on paper.
For each age
| Baby (0–18 months) | Toddler (18–36 months) | Child (3+ years) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pace | Slow or moderate | Moderate | Livelier |
| Notes | Few and long | A few more | As many as needed |
| Changes | Simple: mostly repetition | Few and clear | Freer |
| Aim | Calm and predictability | Recognising it | Interest and variety |
The sound
- It has a maximum volume that is never exceeded.
- It doesn't play with headphones: the sound would be too close to the ears.
- At the end, the music fades slowly, never suddenly.
Where the songs come from and how they are made: The music.