When to begin:
There are five age-appropriate beginning levels:
2 and 3 year olds can begin with Sunrise
3 and 4 year olds begin as Sunshines
5 and 6 year olds begin as Sunbeams
7 and 8 year olds begin as Moonbeams
The fourth level, Music Your Best Choice, is a two-year
program for teens and adults. Students graduate with
standard piano repertoire and fundamental music skills.
Joys of learning music together:
MYC™ builds a solid foundation of understanding and enjoyment of music.
Singing together creates a
special bond.
Keyboard playing and rhythm ensembles nurture team skills.
Creative movement develops individual expressiveness.
Music
reading and theory are reinforced with group activities and with colorful, hands-on materials.
Composing integrates aural and written
skills and gives children a sense of ownership.
Parent participation:
Parent participation in the classroom is integral to the
Music For Young Children™ program. MYC™ allows
children to explore and develop their own strengths in a
varietyof musical areas. By being present, parents
become aware of their child’s learning styles, strengths,
and interests. Parents can serve as informed guides in
choosing further musical study. Many parents who have
participated as learning companions with their children,
have chosen to go on to further their own music study.
One option for them is our program
for teens and adults.
MYC™ teachers:
Music for Young Children™ meet specific
piano performance and theory qualifications and receive
special program training. They provide a child centered musical
environment to facilitate development in all curriculum areas.
Our teachers are committed to parent evolvement and to
nurturing learning, children and families.
After the program:
Children completing the most advanced level of the
program are well-prepared to move into intermediate
piano studies. Many students pursue a second instrument
or choose to further their musical study in the areas of
music history, theory or composition.
