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What To Expect: 

• Develop an intuitive understanding of sounds, tones, and rhythms through active listening and body movement.

• Explore a variety of elementary instruments, including xylophones, drums, and egg shakers.

• Encourage imagination and creativity by engaging with musical stories and fairy tales.

• Foster rhythmic skills through body percussion and playing rhythmic instruments.

• Encourage social interaction and musical collaboration through group activities.

• Lay a strong foundation for future musical pathways.

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Level 1: (Mini Movers) This class is designed for children explore basic musical elements such as pitch, tempo, note values, and dynamics through singing, body movement, and musical games. Students will develop their musical ears, build rhythmic awareness, and gain hands-on experience with Orff instruments, including glockenspiels and drums. Through creative movement, partner activities, and group games, children will also strengthen their coordination, listening skills, confidence, and social interaction in a playful and supportive environment.

 

Level 2: (Explorers) In this class, students will be introduced to the music staff, scales, measures, major and minor keys, and important musical terms. Through singing, listening, body percussion, creative movement, and rhythmic improvisation, students will explore rhythms and sounds in an engaging and interactive way. Children will continue developing their musical ears while learning about classical instruments such as piano, violin, cello, and flute. Guest artists will be invited during the semester to present their instruments and perform for the class. 

This class is designed for students who have successfully completed Level 1 and are ready to build a strong foundation for their future musical journey.

 

Program Overview: 

• Intended as a Full Academic Year Course - students will be automatically re-enrolled for the Spring to complete the class, unless given notice of withdrawal or transfer to private lessons.

• Class size: Up to five students per group to ensure chance for personal attention to each student 

• Class materials provided - nothing specific is require from students to bring to class

Section Details:

• Level 1: Saturdays 9:00-9:40am, 9:45-10:25am​

  • For students new to Dalcroze or recommend by instructor to continue Level 1 from previous semester​

• Level 2: Saturdays 10:30-11:10am, 11:15-11:55am

  • For students who have completed and passed Level 1​

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Schedule:​

• 10 Class Sessions of Weekly 40 Minute Group Class - Fall (9/26-12/5)

• Saturday Mornings

  • Level 1 - 9:00-9:40am and 9:45-10:25am

  • Level 2 -10:30-11:10am and 11:15-11:55am

• ​See PDF Full Class Schedule for Fall 2026

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Tuition:

• Includes tuition and class materials + $15 Annual Registration Fee ​

  • Level 1: $325 per 10 week session​

  • Level 2: $350 per 10 week session

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Requirements:

• This is a child only participants class, and not a parent & child participation class

• For safety, children should enter the classroom without shoes; soft-soled dance shoes or ballet slippers are encouraged.​​​