Music for Children

Ages  6 to 13

Sherwood offers opportunities for students to learn and enhance individual skills while experiencing the joy of making music with others. Our range of group classes covers many instruments and styles, and offers something for everyone! 

* All classes run for 16 weeks.
* Fall term classes begin the week of Sept. 12.
* Download a copy of the 2011-2012 academic calendar.

IMPORTANT NOTE: For class days, times, and prices for a specific term, please visit our online registration center or download our current class schedule.

Group Piano Classes

Group piano is an ideal way to try out the piano and build the foundation for continued individual study in piano or other instruments. Students will learn orientation to the keyboard, beginning music-reading skills, and simple melodies in an age appropriate manner. Group piano classes are taught in Sherwood’s state-of-the-art keyboard lab. Enrollment is limited to eight students per class. For the 6-8 year old classes, parent/caregivers are required to be in proximity of the classroom during class time. Enrollment in 'Encore' classes requires prior enrollment in an Introductory class or teacher approval. There are four different sections of group piano classes:

Introductory Piano (ages 6-8)
Introductory Piano (ages 9-12)
Encore Piano (ages 6-8)
Encore Piano (ages 9-12)

Introductory Guitar

Interested in playing for family and friends or becoming the next rock star? Group guitar class is a great way to get introduced or reacquainted with the instrument that everyone loves. Learn chords, strumming patterns, and melodic lines as well as how to play with others in a fun, relaxed setting. Enrollment is limited to eight students per class. For the 6-8 year old classes, parent/caregivers are required to be in proximity of the classroom during class time. Enrollment in 'Encore' classes requires prior enrollment in an Introductory class or teacher approval. There are four different sections of group guitar classes:

Introductory Guitar (ages 6 to 8) 
Introductory Guitar (ages 9 to 12)
Encore Guitar (ages 6 to 8)
Encore Guitar (ages 9 to 12)



Introductory Harp  

Sherwood is the only community music school in Chicago offering instruction on harp. Introductory harp is a great way for young students to become familiar with the harp in a fun and social environment.