What are classes like?

Six to twelve children, their parents or other caregivers, and teacher gather in an informal circle to sing, play, enjoy movement games, and explore instruments together. The relaxed atmosphere helps everyone learn - children learn basic music skills, and grownups learn ways to share music fun with their children at home as well as in class. Mixed-age classes create a family feel, and give children a chance to learn from - and teach! - each other. Mixed age classes also give every child a chance to participate at exactly the level that’s comfortable for them. The Music Together^® curriculum is designed to meet the needs of a broad range of ages and abilities.

“I’m so glad you reiterate that it’s normal for children to quietly observe in class, then go home and sing and dance like crazy! If you didn’t tell us that, I’d have been thinking something was “wrong” with my child. Instead, I’m able to rejoice when I hear and see her “performing” new songs from class at home all the time.” - parent

Families receive two cd's of the music used in each semester (one for the home, one for the car!), as well as a beautifully illustrated songbook with activities to enjoy together at home. From week to week, the songs and activities presented in class might vary, but all are based on that semester’s set of songs, so everyone is familiar with the music. Every class features a mix of songs, chants, rhythm and tonal play, movement games, and music exploration with simple musical instruments. Some activities are guided, and some feature free improvisation and exploration. Classes flow from quiet activities to all-out “shake-your-body” fun, and always end with a quiet lullaby and ritual goodbye song. Click here to hear some Music Together songs, or watch a video clip.

“I like how a lot of the class music is made by the adults, children and instruments and not having every song played on a cd player.” - parent