GroovyBeBop: Sing, Dance, Move & Groove!
Ages: Preschool and Kindergarten
This Preschool & PreK enrichment program encourages children’s primary music development by helping them learn basic music competence and introductory musical concepts, through song, dance, and instrument play in a fun-filled, interactive environment.
Classes Include: Artistically conceived flow of classic kids’ songs, nursery rhymes, finger plays, focused instrument play, circle dances, and instrumental jam sessions to various styles of music from around the globe.
Instruments Include: Shaker eggs, rhythm sticks, tambourines, drums, resonator bells, jingle bells, and play-along instruments.
Props Include: Silk scarves, ribbon bands, rainbow rope, parachutes & puppets.
GroovyBeBop gives children the perfect introduction to music, as they explore instruments, find their singing voices, feel the rhythm in their bodies, and build confidence as they discover the joy of expressing themselves through music!
GroovyBeats: Drum & Catch the Beat!
Ages: Elementary
Kids can’t help but Drum & Catch the Beat in GroovyBeats; a program for elementary- age kids to learn drumming fundamentals and native rhythms in a fun, engaging way.
Instruments Include: Kids get hands on playing Kongas, Djembes, Doumbeks, Tom Toms, and Bongos, experiencing the unique sounds of each! The teacher introduces basic techniques and musical concepts as the students explore the various types of drums and sounds.
Class Includes: Students embark on a musical journey, as they are introduced to different musical traditions and rhythms from all over the globe. After experiencing these traditions first-hand, kids learn to play specific rhythm patterns, gaining an appreciation of different cultures.
In GroovyBeats! elementary-age kids learn through play as the teacher presents games that help reinforce internalizing the beat. They learn musical concepts such as, soloing and improvising, in the most entertaining way!
Groovy Glee: Sing Your Heart Out!
Ages: Elementary
GroovyGlee is a music class for elementary-age children who love to sing and want to find their inner pop star! This class is a funky and fun way for your child to develop singing skills, and dive into the wonderful world of performance in a low pressure environment.
Class Includes: Each week, students warm up their voices and their bodies with vocal and movement exercises, focusing on singing pitches accurately while moving to the beat. Groovy Glee is also an introduction to ‘part’ singing, teaching the students to learn to sing one part while someone next to them sings another. We practice this skill by first singing rounds and ostinatos, and then, when students are ready, we begin to learn to sing in two-part harmony as a chorus. Throughout the semester, while building all of these skills, we learn songs of various styles, such as, pop, folk, gospel, rock, and musical theater, and we incorporate some simple choreography.
Instruments Include: To accompany songs, students occasionally learn to play percussion instruments, such as, tambourines, drums, claves, or shaker eggs. The teacher leads and facilitates the class playing guitar and/or piano.
While the goal of Groovy Glee is to build musical and rhythmic skills in a fun and age-appropriate manner without a big emphasis on performance, there WILL be a short and informal concert at the end of the semester to showcase what we have accomplished together.
GroovyGlee helps kids gain confidence behind the mic and have fun singing their hearts out!
GroovyUke: Get Strummin’!
Ages: Preschool and Kindergarten
GroovyUke teaches young students their first instrument in a manner that is fun and inviting! Starting with the basics, children learn the parts of the instrument, proper etiquette for holding the instrument, and proper techniques for playing chords. As they progress, students begin learning the early music tunes and nursery rhymes that all kids love! In addition to the fundamentals, they also learn how to accompany their strumming with their voices, so they can lead their friends and family in song.
GroovyUke helps students build a musical foundation that will carry them through their musical lives. Not only do they learn basic chords and fun songs, but they also learn important musical concepts such as rhythm, dynamics, following a melody, playing in time (both alone and in a group), and so much more. Since the songs are accessible, kids gain confidence as they experience the joy of playing an instrument and singing along!
Classes Include: Students are introduced to the instrument, learning basic chords and strumming techniques, and practicing chord progressions. With the teacher’s guidance, kids experiment with singing and playing at the same time, becoming little performers themselves while enjoying the experience of making music together.
Instruments and Props include: A Ukulele for each child, color coded stickers to indicate chords, and a chord sheet for reference.
GroovyUke helps students grow as solo musicians as well as musicians in a group ensemble. Kids learn how to play alone as they gain more and more independence with chords. Students acquire the skills to play in a group as they grasp playing in time with their peers to become competent in matching pitch and melody. Through each GroovyUke lesson children practice executing turn-taking, and most importantly, communicating and expressing themselves through music. These valuable skills will have lasting benefits, not only in the world of music, but in their daily activities throughout their lives!
UkePop: Let’s Jam!
Ages: Elementary
UkePop is the perfect way to introduce your elementary-age child to their first instrument in a fun, accessible way as kids learn how to jam together! In UkePop, kids are introduced to the fundamentals of the instrument and then dive in, gaining confidence as they learn how to play and sing along to songs they love!
UkePop teaches students to play music in a manner that is engaging and helps expand their musical vocabulary, and is a pathway from learning basic ukulele chords to applying them to master favorite pop hits. Kids are involved and engaged in choosing songs to play, as the teacher adapts them to their level. Students learn the basics of ukulele, and how to sing along while playing the instrument; skills that enable them to embrace their inner performer, as they learn songs they can play for anyone, anywhere!
Classes Include: Students are introduced to the instrument, learning basic chords and strumming techniques, and practicing chord progressions. We go over playing in time so everyone can enjoy the sound of making music together. With the teacher’s guidance, kids experiment with singing and playing at the same time, becoming little performers themselves while enjoying the experience of making music together.
Instruments and Props include: A Ukulele for each child, color coded stickers to indicate chords, and a chord sheet for reference.
UkePop give students the opportunity to learn an instrument that they can grow with, laying the building blocks for playing guitar, or other stringed instruments. This class allows for vocal exploration, and instrumental studies, and it enables kids to experience the joy of playing along with other musicians!
MiniBeats: Get Drummin’!
Ages: Preschool and Kindergarten
Kids can’t help but Get Drummin’ in MiniBeats; a program adapted for children in Preschool & Pre-K to learn drumming fundamentals and native rhythms in a fun, engaging way.
Classes Include: The teacher takes the students on a musical trip around the globe, introducing different musical traditions and rhythms from all over the world. Children orient themselves by finding the country of focus on the map, watching videos of native performers, learning about the native language, and getting introduced to a specific rhythm pattern. This allows them to gain an appreciation and knowledge of different cultures. They then sing a song or play drums along to a song that features that pattern.
Instruments Include: Students get hands-on experience playing the unique sounds of Kongas, Tom Toms, and Bongos! As each child explores the different drums, the teacher introduces basic techniques and musical concepts. Kids also play Rhythm Sticks, Tambourines, and other percussive instruments to enhance their learning.
In MiniBeats, kids learn through play as the teacher presents games that help reinforce internalizing the beat. They find their singing voices, feel the rhythm in their bodies, and build confidence as they discover the joy of expressing themselves through music!