Early Childhood Music Classes in Santa Cruz & Santa Clara
Music Together® Mixed-Age Class (0 – 5 yrs)
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Music Together® Mixed-Age
About the Program
This is the essential Music Together® class, one that a child can attend from birth through age five – and through all nine song collections. Child development researchers recommend mixed-age groupings because they foster natural, family-style learning. Younger children enjoy watching and imitating older ones; older children learn by leading younger ones; and adults are happy because the children in the family can go to class together. Each child participates at his or her own level in singing, moving, chanting, listening, watching, and exploring musical instruments. The class provides a variety of adult-child activities that are fun and offer new ways to play musically at home. Parents, grandparents, or nanny, individually or together, may accompany the children. The whole family is welcome for this important family music experience. TRY A FREE CLASS
Music Together® Mixed-Age
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Why mixed ages?
Early childhood educators consistently recommend mixed-age groupings as an optimal learning environment for children under five years. In this setting, older children learn from being in a leadership role (a role they may not take when they’re in a group of their peers), and younger children benefit from the example of an older child. Classes have a family feel, rather than a school orientation, an environment your child will have ample opportunity to experience when he enters the world of formal education in a few years. In addition, children of the same age are not necessarily in the same stage of music development and a mixed-age environment creates a space for exploration and discovery, rather than peer pressure. The Music Together curriculum is designed to teach on many levels of complexity at once, and MusicalMe teachers are trained in the art of mixed-age learning.
Should my infant be in class with older children?
Absolutely. Just as siblings in multi-child families learn from each other, so do the children in our mixed-age classes. Your baby will learn by watching and imitating you as well as the older children in the room.
Will my older child regress being in class with babies?
No. You may notice your child revisiting some behaviors she has moved past but do not confuse this with regression. Your child will not UN-learn skills she has already gained. This process of revisitng actually affirms the progress your child has made as she recognizes that she no longer exhibits these behaviors. It also signifies empathy as she adjusts her behavior in order to relate to the younger children in the room.
May I bring both of my children to the same class?
Yes! Not only may you, we encourage you to! In each class we strive to create a musically rich, developmentally appropriate environment where the whole family can enjoy music and nurture skills at the level right for each child. Mixed-age classes also provide a rich learning environment because children of different ages thrive when they interact with each other.
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Music Together® - Babies
(0-8 months) INDOORS
Introduce your baby to the joy of music with Music Together’s “Babies Class”—a one-semester program tailored for infants under seven months. This unique class helps you bond with your baby through music, rhythm, and movement, setting a foundation for lifelong learning and creativity. Alongside other new parents, you’ll learn interactive music activities to nurture your baby’s early development and create a joyful home environment. Each family brings a cozy blanket to enjoy outdoor sessions, and classes move indoors if weather or air quality requires. Embrace this precious time with your baby as you discover the magic of early music-making together!
Music Together® - Babies
(0-8 months) OUTDOORS
Music Together’s baby classes are designed to inspire early musical growth and connection, offering two options for infants under seven months: the one-semester “Babies Class” and a mixed-age class that siblings can attend together. In the “Babies Class,” you’ll join a supportive community of new parents, exploring fun, developmentally enriching activities you can easily recreate at home to encourage your baby’s musical and sensory development. For either option, families bring a cozy blanket for outdoor sessions, fostering a relaxed, engaging environment, with classes moving indoors as needed. These classes create lasting memories and introduce your baby to the world of music in a warm, family-oriented setting.
Music Together® Mixed Ages
(0 - 5 years) INDOORS
The essential Music Together class is designed for children from birth to age five, providing a unique, family-style learning experience where kids of all ages grow together through the power of music. This class supports each child’s individual development, allowing them to engage at their own level—whether through singing, moving, chanting, or exploring instruments. The mixed-age approach encourages younger children to learn by watching and imitating older ones, while older children gain confidence by leading the group. It’s a dynamic, joyful experience that fosters connection and creativity for both children and caregivers. Parents, grandparents, and other caregivers are all invited to participate, creating an enriching musical experience that brings families closer together and helps develop a lifelong love of music.
Music Together® Mixed Ages
(0 - 5 years) OUTDOORS
Music Together’s essential class for children ages birth to five provides a rich, family-style learning environment where mixed-age groups foster natural learning and connection. In this dynamic setting, younger children learn by observing and imitating older peers, while older children build confidence and leadership skills by guiding the group. Each child is encouraged to participate at their own developmental level, whether through singing, dancing, chanting, or exploring musical instruments, making the experience both engaging and educational. This inclusive class is designed to nurture a love for music in children while promoting bonding and interaction among family members. Parents, grandparents, and caregivers are all welcome to join the fun, creating a shared musical journey that strengthens family ties and enriches everyone’s experience.