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Together is an internationally recognized early childhood music program that has
been serving families since 1987. Through ongoing research and development,
the program continues to evolve and expand. Music Together touches thousands of
families worldwide by bringing music-making into family life. What are
Music Together classes like?Six to 12 children, each accompanied by one
or both parents or primary caregivers come together for 45 minutes once a week
for 10 weeks. Songs from the current collection are presented through a variety
of musical activities which incorporate:
- Playful
ways to focus on the tonal and rhythmic elements of the music
- Small and
large movement
- Instrumental free play
- Use of props (scarves, balls,
etc.)
- Opportunities for improvisation by children and parents
What
does Music Together offer my family?- First, the Music Together curriculum
will expand your musical repertoire. Each of the 9 collections contains 25-30
songs, including traditional and original songs and chants from all over the world.
The curriculum is research based, and the songs balance various tonalities, meters,
and cultural styles, exposing you and your child to a wide diversity of musical
elements.
- Second, Music Together classes will be a source of ideas
for bringing music into everyday life in spontaneous, fun, and musically expanding
ways for your child. Not only will you be able to recreate most of the activities
done in class in your own home, but you will also find your own creative ways
to play and connect with your child musically.
- Finally, you will
learn about how your child learns and grows musically. You will better understand
the process by which your child can, given a musically stimulating environment
and an enthusiastic role model (you!), attain basic music competence in the first
few years of life.
Classes offered:Mixed
Age class, 0-4 years, with attending caregiver(s)
Adults, regardless
of musical ability, find it fun and easy to help create an environment that supports
any child in achieving basic music competence. Children participate at their own
level by singing, moving, chanting, listening, and exploring child-safe percussion
instruments. A beautifully illustrated songbook and CD are included with the class.
Babies
class, 0-9 months, with attending caregiver(s),
Babies
begin hearing music in utero and greatly benefit from early Music Together class
experiences. The music activities and materials are especially designed for parents
who want to learn as much as possible about music development in infants, and
want to enhance their musical relationship during this special time in their child's
life. Meet other parents of newborns and have fun! A beautifully illustrated songbook
and CD are included with the class. | |
To
find out more about Music Together visit www.musictogether.com