Class Information

Our Weekly, 45-minute classes, for 6-12 children and their parent or caregiver, include songs, rhythm chants, movement, and instrument play. These activities are presented as informal, non-performance-oriented musical experiences-developmentally appropriate for children and easy for parents and caregivers-regardless of their own musical ability or native language.

The songs are presented through a variety of musical activities which incorporate…
--Fun playful, interactive ways to focus on tonal and rhythmic elements of music --Small and large movement --Free, expressive dance --Instrumental accompaniment (egg shakers, jingle bells, sticks, rhythm instruments, etc.)
--Use of props (scarves, balls, etc.)
--Opportunities for improvisation by children as well as parents

Classes have a characteristic flow which allows for various ages to all participate and make music together, each at his own level. Certain rituals, such as the Hello Song at the beginning, and the sequence of Instrumental Jam Session, Lullaby, and Goodbye Song, at the end of the class, help children internally pace their involvement and aid in classroom management.