Early Childhood Classes
Birth to age 6
Fall Session I
Unless otherwise indicated, all classes are nine weeks in duration. Please note: Registrations for Early Childhood classes will not be accepted after the second week of class.
Sherwood Conservatory of Music takes great pride in offering a variety of classes for young children that nurture their innate musical abilities. Most young children learn best in a playful and informal learning environment. At Sherwood, we create that environment through a curriculum that emphasizes informal learning and play, and by hiring teachers who are trained in early childhood development and music. All of our Early Childhood instructors have successfully completed training in the Music Together® curriculum and have prior experience working with young children in arts-based learning.
MUSIC TOGETHER® BABIES ONLY CLASS (Ages Birth to Eight Months)
This is a Music Together® class designed exclusively for the under-eight-months set! The specifically chosen song activities will facilitate an active support for infants' musical growth, and the creation of a special bond between parent/caregiver and child through music. The music activities and materials are purposely designed for parents who want to learn as much as possible about music development in babies. Based upon how infants learn and how they express themselves, attendees will enjoy babbling with baby, fingerplays, infant massage, large movement, and the use of partners and mirrors during the all-music class. Enrollment is limited to 12 babies and their parent/caregiver per class. Parent/caregiver attendance required in class. (Tuition includes book and two CDs.)
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Day |
Time |
Tuition |
| Tuesday | 3:30-4:15 p.m. | $185 |
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Saturday |
1:30-2:15 p.m. |
$185 |
MUSIC TOGETHER® (Mixed-Age, Birth to 4 Years)
Have fun with your little one while being a part of your child's musical development! Music Together® is a music and movement based approach to early childhood development for children ages birth through four and their parents or other primary caregivers. Using developmentally appropriate musical experiences such as singing, dancing, and playing small rhythmic instruments, children will develop basic music competencies while interacting socially with others in a small group setting. Enrollment is limited to 12 students and their parent/caregiver per class. Parent/caregiver attendance required in class. (Tuition includes book and two CDs).
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Day |
Time |
Tuition |
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Tuesday |
4:30-5:15 p.m. |
$185 |
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Tuesday |
6:30-7:15 p.m. |
$185 |
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Wednesday |
9:30-10:15 a.m. |
$185 |
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Wednesday |
10:30-11:15 a.m. |
$185 |
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Wednesday |
11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. |
$185 |
| Wednesday | 3:00-3:45 p.m. | $185 |
| Wednesday | 6:00-6:45 p.m. | $185 |
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Thursday |
9:30-10:15 a.m. |
$185 |
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Thursday |
10:30-11:15 a.m. |
$185 |
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Friday |
9:30-10:15 a.m. |
$185 |
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Friday |
10:30 a.m.-11:15 p.m. |
$185 |
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Saturday |
9:30-10:15 a.m. |
$185 |
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Saturday |
10:30-11:15 a.m. |
$185 |
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Saturday |
11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. |
$185 |
Music Together® art & logo design copyright (c) 1992-2002 Music Together LLC. Music Together® was developed by the Center for Music and Young Children, Princeton NJ. Music Together, CMYC, and Center for Music and Young Children are registered trademarks.
EXPLORING MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS (Ages 3 to 5)
What does it feel like to hold a violin in your hands? How do you make a sound on a trumpet? Where do you put your fingers on a saxophone? Exploring Musical Instruments will provide children with their first introduction to the world of musical instruments. Children will learn how instruments produce sound, how different instruments are played, and how it feels to actually play an instrument. Each class session also includes a crafts portion in which children create real and imagined instruments. Instruction alternates each nine weeks between wind and brass instruments, and percussion and string instruments. Prior participation in Music Together® is recommended. Enrollment is limited to eight students per class. Parent/caregiver attendance required in class. (Tuition includes $15 materials fee.)
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Day |
Time |
Tuition |
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Tuesday |
5:30-6:15 p.m. |
$170 |
| Wednesday | 4:00-4:45 p.m. | $170 |
| Saturday | 12:30-1:15 p.m. | $170 |
PERCUSSION FOR KIDS (Ages 4 to 6)
Everyone's got rhythm! Percussion for Kids channels children's natural abilities, introducing them to the world of rhythm by learning basic drum technique and playing simple rhythms. Children will also learn how to read and write (notate) rhythms, and write their own compositions which will be presented in a short performance the last few minutes of each class. Percussion for Kids allows older children to acquire a foundation in rhythm which can then be continued in individual lessons in percussion or any other instrument. Instruction alternates each nine weeks between rhythmic percussion, using drum pads and sticks, and melodic percussion, using small xylophones. Enrollment is limited to six students per class. Parents/caregivers are required to be within proximity of the classroom during class time. (Additional materials fee of $28 for drum pad and sticks is payable at the first class meeting.)
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Day |
Time |
Tuition |
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Wednesday |
5:00 - 5:45 p.m. |
$155 |
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Saturday |
9:30 - 10:15 p.m. |
$155 |
SONGBIRDS (Ages 4 to 6)
Give your child a fun, first-time choral ensemble experience in Songbirds. Children will learn the correct way to breathe and sing in a relaxed group setting. They will learn music consisting of one-line melodies and simple harmony, as well as how to follow a director, sing with dynamics, and take turns being the soloist! Enrollment is limited to eight students per class. Parents/caregivers are required to be within proximity of the classroom during class time.
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Day |
Time |
Tuition |
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Wednesday |
3:00 - 3:45 pm |
$100 |
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Wednesday |
4:00 - 4:45 pm |
$100 |
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Saturday |
11:30am - 12:15 pm |
$100 |