Early Childhood Music Education Programs

Early Childhood Music Classes (for newborns through age 5) 

Early Childhood Music Education classes are designed to introduce music to children ranging from newborns to age 5. Based on the research of Edwin Gordon and curriculum developed by Dr. Cynthia Crump Taggart, the goal of this program is to increase children’s potential to achieve in music through engaging and entertaining musical activities.

Class activities include singing and chanting, moving to music, playing assorted percussion instruments, and pattern instruction. All early childhood classes are fully inclusive, and several classes are run in collaboration with Early On©.

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    Fall 2024 Session Classes

    • Class Dates: September 9 - November 16 (10 weeks)
           Classes will be 45 minutes long per week.

    Infant Classes (Birth - 18 months old)

    Mondays 5:30 p.m. Liz Desmet
    Tuesdays 9:00 a.m. Denise Travis
    Fridays 11:00 a.m. Maura Drinkert
    Saturdays 9:00 a.m. Kate Port

    Toddler Classes (18 months - 3 years old)

    Mondays 6:30 p.m. Denise Travis
    Tuesdays 10:00 a.m. Denise Travis
    Tuesdays 6:30 p.m. Carin McEvoy
    Wednesdays 5:30 p.m. Denise Travis
    Thursdays 5:30 p.m. Liz Desmet
    Fridays 10:00 a.m. Denise Travis
    Saturdays 11:00 a.m. Kate Port


    Preschool Classes (3-5 years old)

    Tuesdays 11:00 a.m. Maura Drinkert
    Tuesdays 5:30 p.m. Carin McEvoy
    Wednesdays 6:30 p.m. Denise Travis
    Thursdays 6:30 p.m. Julia Albany
    Fridays 9:00 a.m. Denise Travis
    Saturdays 10:00 a.m. Kate Port

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Making Music (for children ages 5-7)

Making Music emphasizes introducing children, ages 5-7, to possibilities in instrumental music through games, rhythm activities, playing instruments, movement, and exploring musical instruments. This class offers a developmentally appropriate bridge between our play-based early childhood classes and more formal instructional activities such as group or private lessons. Any child who enjoys making music and expressing their creativity through song and musical play will love this class. No previous experience required.

Vocal Village (for children ages 5-7) 

Designed to build singing voices in children ages 5-7, Vocal Village works on vocal development through singing games, rhythm activities, movement, and musical creation. This class is for any child who enjoys singing, making music, and expressing their creativity through song and musical play. It also offers a singing-focused developmentally appropriate bridge between our play-based early childhood classes and more formal instructional activities such as choirs and group or private lessons. Come sing with us! No previous experience required.

Early Childhood on PBS and WKAR Family

Take a look at the coverage from PBS and WKAR Family on the benefits of CMS' Early Childhood program.

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