As a parent, what is my role in class?

Sing, dance, and have fun! You are your child's most important music teacher right now—and it doesn't matter whether you think of yourself as a great singer or dancer. Young children develop dispositions for certain behaviors, including learning to love music, by observing and imitating their loved ones. Simply by participating enthusiastically during class and playing with the ideas at home, you'll give your children the modeling they need to learn to love to make music. Please wait to socialize or use your cell phone until after class and instead help us create a music-only environment.

What's expected of my child in class?

At Music Together^®, children are never required to sit in the circle or expected to conform to an adult's idea of participation. We know that children learn differently than adults. They learn instinctively and constantly, through observation, interactions with adults and older children, and through imitation, play, and, especially, movement. One hallmark of Music Together is the insight that children will naturally develop music ability simply when they are immersed in a community of families all making music.

Children's responses depend on their most dominant learning style and temperament as well as their age and developmental level. Some might follow the teacher right away. Many will simply want to watch and absorb, particularly in the first few weeks of class. Some might crawl or toddle around; others are stimulated by the music and respond more actively, running, jumping, or dancing. All are perfectly natural responses to the new, musically rich environment. Throughout the semester, your teacher will help you tune in to how your child learns best so you can support their music development in class and at home. Feel free to ask if you have questions!

How does Tuition work?

Please visit our tuition information page.

How should we use the Music Together^® materials?

Play the songs frequently, especially during the first few weeks of class. Make the music available for your child to listen to while she is playing or before nap or bedtime. Create your Music Together account and download the Music Together app for digital versions of the songs and more activity ideas to try! 

Use the songbook to help you learn the songs and get new musical activities to use at home. If you play an instrument and want to play along, the music notation is available in the Family Music Zone^®®   Try using the songbook at storytime!

Why aren't there classes for specific age groups?

Classes with children of different ages have intellectual and social benefits for both younger and older children. In fact, it's the learning environment recommended by many early childhood researchers. Older children learn empathy and awareness of others, while developing leadership qualities and gaining self-confidence. Younger children learn by imitating the older ones and often show more complex behaviors earlier than usual. Even babies benefit by being in an environment that gives them lots of opportunities to observe the behavior of children of varying ages. Plus, it allows everyone—siblings, parents, grandparents, caregivers—to share in the musical experience together!

What is the class size?

Each in-person class typically has between 5 and 12 registered children, plus their caregiver(s).

What if I miss a class during the semester?

We offer makeup classes during each semester when multiple classes are offered and there is space availability. Please make arrangements with the teacher to schedule a makeup class. 

Can I switch to a different class?

This depends on class availabilty. Please contact us to inquire.

What if I start classes after the semester begins?

Music Together Pathways Music Therapy welcomes families at any point during the semester! We offer prorated registration if space is available. 

Can we eat in class?

Please feel comfortable to nurse or bottle-feed your child in class. We request that you limit bringing food into classrooms while also recognizing that a sip of water and a small snack are sometimes helpful.

Will classes be cancelled in inclement weather?

We typically adhere with local schools in regard to weather cancellations. Should schools close due to inclement weather, in-person Music Together classes will be cancelled as well. Classes will be rescheduled at a later date.

Can I bring a guest or an unregistered older sibling to class?

Please make prearrangements with the teacher before bringing older siblings and other unregistered children to indoor classes. The entire household is welcome to join Music Together Online.

Is it OK for more than one adult to come to class?

Yes, parents, grandparents, or caregivers are welcome to attend class at any time—no need to ask!

What is the current health and safety policy for Music Together^® classes?

Currently there are no restrictions. Alberta Health Services continues to recommend vaccinations and Music Together class policies are subject to change should provincial guidelines change.  We welcome you to participate in a way that is most comfortable to you - masking is optional. Classes are limited to 10-12 children plus their parent(s)/caregiver(s). We have returned to moving freely around the room to the music and sharing instruments. Young children do tend to interact with one another and other adults, especially during the fun and excitement of musical play so there is a good possibility that people, especially children, will be in close contact with others at times. All mats, instruments, and other props are sanitized and/or washed in between use.

What are the classroom policies?

For a detailed description of our policies see our terms and conditions. These will also appear during class registration.

Do you offer gift certificates?

Gift certificates toward classes can be purchased at any time. They make fabulous baby shower, birthday, or holiday gifts. Please contact us if you’re interested in purchasing one.