FAQ
How many classes per semester?
There are ten classes in each semester.
How long are the classes?
Classes are all 45 minutes in length.
How many children are enrolled in each class?
There are between 6 & 12 registered children in each class. Occasionally there may be an extra family doing a make-up class. One or more parents or caregivers accompany each child or set of siblings.
What happens if I miss a class?
If you miss a class you may schedule a make-up class.
What is the age range of the children in each class?
All classes are mixed-age for children from birth - 5 years old.
How does the mixed-age format work?
Early childhood educators are now recommending mixed-age groupings as a better learning environment than traditional linear age groupings. Older children learn from being in a leadership role, and younger children benefit from the example of an older child.
Mixed-age classrooms promote social skills and self-esteem.
Children of the same age are not necessarily in the same stage of musical development.
Siblings can participate together, as well as moms, dads, grandparents, and caregivers because
the curriculum is designed to teach on many levels of complexity at once.
Mixed-age groups foster natural, family-style learning.
What do you do in the classes?
During a 45 minute class we will cover 12 – 14 songs, rhythms/rhymes from that semester’s curriculum. Adults and children participate in all activities together with singing and movement being the focus. We will use eggs shakers, rhythm sticks, bells, drums or scarves during a class in addition to the famous "Play Along" where children and adults will have the opportunity to "Jam" with a wide variety of instruments!
How can I preview a class with my child?
Call to arrange a free demo.
What if my child doesn’t want to sit still during the class?
We do not expect children to sit still through a 45 minute class at this young age. Children are free to wander about the room during class as they are still processing important musical information in their own way. Parents are encouraged to grant them this freedom (keeping safety in mind always), while continuing to participate on their own or to take the song or activity over to their child. Music Together classes have a large movement component built in to each class because it's impossible to process music without movement.
Can I bring my spouse/aunt/grandma to class?
Yes! Music Together is for the whole family!
Do you do the same songs every week?
No - each lesson plan is carefully developed so that over the ten weeks we will cover all of the 25-30 songs in this semester's collection. In order to explore each song in a different capacity we mix things up every week (some familiar, some new) to keep it fun and interesting!
Are the songs the same each semester?
No, there are 9 different collections of material so families can take the course for 3 years and not repeat the material. The collections are not sequential so you can begin anytime.
I’m not musical. How can I influence me child?
You are your child’s most important role model no matter what kind of singing voice or dancing feet you have! It is less important how well you sing than it is to make the choice to sing. By your example, children will learn that music is a natural, enjoyable and important part of their lives. You, his/her primary caregiver, are the only one who can give them the gift of a positive disposition for making music. No CD can give him that! Reading the Parent Guide will also give you more information about how to interact with your child musically.
