Programs

# Preparatory Programs

A joyful first step into music for ages 3–6 — short, lively lessons that build listening, rhythm and confidence.

Ages 4–6 · Preschool through 1st Grade

### Piano & Music Preparatory Program

The Preparatory Program is for children in preschool through first grade. Classes are taught by qualified piano teachers with Master's and Doctorate degrees, and follow the way children of this age naturally learn — using hands-on activities rather than long lectures.

This age is ideal for learning new skills, as children move from observing their environment to actively engaging with it. Classes are presented as small-group experiences where children benefit from learning alongside students of similar age. Activities are short and varied to match young children's natural attention spans.

There is no pressure for formal daily at-home practice at the preparatory level. Students from the Piano Preparatory Program graduate into the Core Program.

#### Program Options

#### Pre School Music & Piano Class

Group Music Class for babies and toddlers (birth through 4 years old) accompanied by a parent or guardian.

#### Prep Class

45 min. group classes for students in Kinder and 1st grade. Concepts include rhythm, ear training, music notation and piano pieces.

#### Mommy & Me Piano Lessons

A piano lesson in which both student and parent engage in piano learning. 30 min. weekly lesson for students 5 years old.

#### What Students Develop

- Rhythmic awareness through clapping, movement, and games
- Pitch recognition and early ear training
- Basic note reading and musical vocabulary
- Comfortable, joyful relationship with the piano keyboard
- Confidence in a low-pressure group performance setting

Enroll in Preparatory