music for young children
The Matthews Community Center
program material
Children learning music in The Music Makers classes don't feel pressured to perform and don't feel evaluated or judged.
Our lessons are based on the philosophy of Carl Orff and the American Orff Schulwerk Association that children learn best by experiencing musical elements through singing, moving, dancing, playing instruments, and improvisation.
learning outcomes
In our classes, children learn to keep a steady beat, match pitch, be creative and self-expressed, improvise, accompany and participate in group music making.
Classes include creative movement, action songs, instrument playing, musical games, poetry, and singing along with the ukulele, guitar or banjo. Beautiful, diverse songs, singable phrases, repetition with variety, the use of instruments, puppets, and visuals all foster the love of music in an exciting and creative environment.
Winter
2025
Offerings
Address: 100 McDowell Street East Matthews, NC 28105
Price: $190.00 ($150 for siblings, siblings under 1 year are free)
Price Includes: 10-week session of classes, access to session songs
Days & Times: Thursdays @ 10 or Fridays @ 10 or 11 AM
January Session Dates: Thursdays January 9 - March 13 and Fridays January 17 - March 14
Ages: Mixed Ages Family Class - 5 years and under with a participating caregiver
