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Baby & Toddler: Phase One Instrumental Instruction
(Newborns - 3 1/2 Years)
This unique course assists parents in creating a naturally rich musical
environment from the very beginning, in recognition that the spirit of the child is formed as a result of his or her early
environment.
It fosters progressive ability through the creation of an environment which is free from pressure,
in which children can gain skills, a sense of purpose, an understanding of discipline, and an appreciation of beauty. Ability
is developed based on incremental practice in a richly layered course that stimulates the natural development of the child
from birth.
While NWISC's teachers adjust the activity for each child's age and stage, experience has
shown that the younger children grow steadily under the stimulating environment offered by the older children, while the three-year-olds
learn how to be sensitive to little ones and begin their development of positive leadership.
The following seven
statements form the foundation of all Early Childhood Education courses taught at NWISC:
Every child can learn.
Ability develops early.
Environment nurtures growth.
Children learn from one another.
Success breeds
success.
Parental involvement is crucial.
Encouragement is essential. Baby & Toddler: Phase One Instrumental Instruction
also uniquely lays the groundwork for successful instrumental instruction, if your family desires to explore that possibility
following graduation from the Baby & Toddler class. For parents, developing the habit of listening to the repertoire,
cultivating the skill of intentional observation and note-taking, and acquiring the art of layering continually deeper challenges
through the use of a core repertoire as comfort and familiarity with the pieces grow are just a few of the beautiful abilities
that will continue to be used in instrumental instruction. Also included in select Baby
& Toddler: Phase One Instrumental Instruction classes each session is interaction with live musicians and instruments
such as the piano and violin.
10 week sessions 1 hour each class Tuition
per session for families new to the class (includes take home materials): $205 Tuition per session for families returning to the class: $180 Tuition per session for each additional sibling: $50
Twist & Turn
(Birth - 4 Years)
Nursery Rhymes + Music =
Fun for Siblings and Parents
Musikgarten has captured the magic of
nursery Rhymes in its new program
called Twist and Turn.
○The delightful language and the movement response it evokes, speak to the
most active children
as they explore walking, jumping, twisting, and turning...
“Oliver Twist, you can’t do this”
○The rhyming words and playful rhythms help children to quickly catch on to the
verses, allowing them to
participate fully...
“Dr. Foster went to Gloucester”
○The tales told by the nursery rhymes
and song material encourage the older
children as they are developing language skills and challenge them to use their
imaginations in new ways. The rhymes and songs are just as appealing to the
younger children in the room,
whether it is a toddler enjoying the movement, or
instrumental play or the infant who is simply enjoying the sound of
the music and
the rhythm of the words as s/he bonds with his/her mother.
10 week sessions 45 minutes each class Tuition
per session for families new to the class (includes take home materials): $175 Tuition per session for families returning to the class: $150 Tuition per session for each additional sibling: $40
Cycle of Seasons
(3 1/2 Years - 5 Years)
In this musical celebration of the four seasons, activities build on the child's growing abilities and nurture this age group's
ability to use language. Classes include lots of singing, chants and rhymes, listening games, patterns to echo, movement games,
and imaginative stories that capitalize on the child's delight in dramatic play, all of which nurture the musical development
while satisfying the child's need to learn in a cohesive environment.
Parents stay for the class, participating both with and simply alongside their child.
10 week sessions 50 minutes each class Tuition
per session for families new to the class (includes take home materials): $192 Tuition per session for families returning to the class: $167 Tuition per session for each additional sibling: $47
God's Children Sing
(5 Years - 6 Years)
This course addresses the spiritual aspects of the child's life through inspiring songs and joyful dancing. God's love is
experienced through music and movement in a loving, nurturing community.
The child's musical aptitude continues to grow, with development of an ear for music, pitch-matching and steady beat.
At the same time, attention, listening skills, self-expression, and creativity continue to be built.
By experiencing stories from the Bible in many different ways - including singing, creative movement, active listening,
and rhythm play - the stories will become a part of your life and your child's life.
Music Makers: At the Keyboard
(7 Years - 9 Years)
This integrated approach to experiencing and understanding music is well-beloved by students and is superb for an increased
understanding of music theory, chord progressions, rhythm and tonal patterns, and music reading. The primary aim for students
in this course is not that they become piano soloists, but rather that they achieve still greater enjoyment, fluency, and
understanding in all of their music making.
The class will include drumming, dancing, and singing, as well as an aural approach to the keyboard as a vehicle for both
melody and harmony, including chord progressions.
Musikgarten Adults: Enjoying the Piano Together
(Adults of All Ages)
This class brings the joy of group music making to adults! The materials are tailored to allow for the differences between
young beginners and adult learners. Familiar songs (as well as ones that will quickly become new favorites) are included,
and note reading is taught in a proven, effective manner.
Students in this course are provided with everything needed, including take home CDs and books, to have great fun while making
music together!
8 week sessions 1 hour each class Tuition
per session for individuals new to the class (includes take home materials): $205 Tuition per session for individuals returning to the class: $180
Please call or email us with any questions.
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