What makes Music Together® different?

Research. Music Together^® was first offered to the public in 1987 and pioneered the concept of a research-based, developmentally appropriate early childhood music curriculum. Today, classes are offered all over the world including a lab school in Princeton, New Jersey. Ongoing research at the lab school, as well as the research of others, continually informs Music Together’s work on program content and development, varied applications of the program, and teacher training. Everything we do in class has an educational purpose! 

What classes do you offer?

We have several different offerings for children of varying ages, from birth through 5 years old: Babies (under 9 months) and Mixed Ages (birth - 5 yrs). Rhythm Kids^® is our program for 5-9 year olds. Level 1 is 5-6, Level 2 is 7-9 or Mixed Level is both levels in one class.

How long are the classes?

We meet for classes once a week for 45 minutes 36 weeks of the year. We offer new collections of music for each season- fall, winter, spring and summer with at least 36 weeks of classes per year, plus several family and community events per year when you join our monthly membership.

How much does the class cost?

Tuition for Music Together Family Classes and Rhythm Kids^® classes always includes: your weekly classes, professional recordings to take home, a thoroughly delightful songbook with whimsical illustrations and all the words to the songs we sing in class, digital access to the exclusive Family Music Zone^®®, and a family guide to understanding music development in children. Tuition for Ukulele includes a Ukulele book and music printouts for songs being learned. View our tuition information here. 

What if I have to miss a class? 

We know that with kids, a missed class or two is inevitable. We offer classes at least 36 weeks out of the year and even if you have to miss a few, you'll find that our classes are still worth the price.

What is your refund policy?

No refunds will be given after the first week of classes, except in extreme circumstances. If you would like to try a class before making a commitment, you are most welcome to try a class any time during the year in a regularly scheduled class by emailing or calling  Miss Brandi. Memberships may be cancelled with 30 days notice.

Can I bring extra children to class?

We love visitors (when space allows)! Please feel free to invite your friends by contacting Miss Brandi at (918) 695-8112. It's always fun to make Music Together and-- you never know-- a drop-in class might just entice your friends to join us! If you have other children who would like to attend Music Together on school holidays, please contact us to schedule older sibling visits.

Can I bring adult visitors to class?

Grandparents and other special grown-ups in your child's life are always welcome. 

How many children are enrolled in each class?

There are typically 6-12 children per class.

What do we do in class?

45 minutes of singing, dancing, playing, and FUN will fly by before you know it. Each class consists of a carefully planned sequence of songs and chants, including the beloved "Hello Song" at the beginning of class, small movement, large movement, and the highly anticipated instrument jam with egg shakers, maracas, tambourines, castinets, bells, and more. The lullaby brings things to a lovely close each week, with Moms, Dads, Nannies, Grandmas, and Grandpas snuggling their children as we all sing quietly together. After our lullaby, we sing "Goodbye, So Long, Farewell" until we meet again the next week. 

Do you do the same songs every week?

Songs will be enjoyed several times over the course of the semester in order to develop concepts presented in previous weeks and allow families to experience the songs in different ways (with instruments, as large movement activities, as part-songs or rounds, etc.), but no two classes will be exactly the same. Children in this age-group thrive with routine and love anticipating the snuggle of the lullaby right before the "Goodbye, So Long, Farewell" each week or love knowing we will get up to move and dance. Class has special music class routines, but is a little different each week.

My child won't sit still for 45 minutes!

We don't expect children to sit still! Children are welcome to learn in whatever style suits them best. For some, that means sitting and observing; for others, that means walking around; for others, that means doing what the grown-ups are doing. All of these styles are accepted and welcomed. It is common for children to be in receptive mode during class and then go home and re-enact activities that they did not appear to tune in for. Children at this critical stage of development are learning ALL THE TIME, whether they appear to us to be doing so or not! Only unsafe behaviors (running or full-body contact or throwing instruments) will be discouraged. We disinfect instruments and props before each class, so kids can mouth instruments as needed!

Why mixed-age classes?

Child development researchers discovered that grouping children of different ages in one class encourages natural, family-style learning, so Music Together developed the Mixed-Age Music Class. In this class, each child participates at his or her own level: babies vocalize, listen, and observe; toddlers play and experiment; and preschoolers build confidence as they emerge as classroom leaders. This has the added benefit of taking age-specific expectations off of children as children of the same age are not necessarily at the same point in their musical development. And, while we love the social interactions that occur naturally between the children, our musical play activities emphasize the powerful connection between parent or caregiver and child rather than the social interactions between the children.

I'm not musical. How can I positively influence my child's music development?

You are your child's most important role model no matter what kind of singing voice or dancing feet you have (or think you have)! It is far less important how well you sing than it is to model making the choice to sing. By your example, children will learn that music is a natural, enjoyable and important part of their lives. You, the primary caregiver, are the only one who can give your child the gift of a positive disposition for making music. No CD can impart that! What your child loves and needs most is to hear your voice. Reading the Parent Guide, which you will receive the first time you register for a class, will also give you more information about how to provide developmental support as you musically interact with your child.

What happens after we complete a collection?

Music classes keep going and you get a new collection! A different song collection is used each season throughout the year (there are twelve different song collections!) so when you finish a collection, you can look forward to expanding your repertoire with a variety of new songs and chants as we start our next collection. The curriculum is designed so that families can continue classes for three years before revisiting a song collection. In three years, you and your child will learn over 275 songs! If you do continue in the program beyond three years (and we hope you will), your child will experience his or her first song collections in a brand new way. Read more about the Music Together Curriculum. You can cancel your class membership with 30 days notice.

Can I buy a gift certificate? Yes! Gift Certificates for Eversong Music are always available for any amount! Perfect for any celebration: baby showers, birthdays, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Christmas, Hanukkah, etc. Please contact us at [email protected] if you are interested in purchasing one. 

How do I make a payment?

We are moving to a membership model this year! We are so excited to make joining us for each song collection even easier. 

What is a membership?
● When you join Music Together®, you’re joining a group of supportive, like-minded,
musical families.
● When you join, we hold your seat for you, all year long!
● Need to take a break? Don’t worry, you are welcome to join again as soon as your
schedule allows! No need to wait for a re-enrollment period.

● A minimum two month membership is required.
 

Are there still separate sessions for each season?
● We will still have a new song collection each season, but we won’t have official start/stop dates. New friends can join anytime!
● Our schedule will follow the Eversong Music yearly schedule, with breaks for holidays, spring break, summer break, and staff
development.

How is tuition broken down?
Our tuition is based on enrollment for 36 weeks of classes over the course of the year, with a
new song collection each season. Fees are divided over 12 months to make
budgeting easy for your family!

I lost my CD or songbook. Can I order another one? Currently enrolled families in a Music Together class may order replacement or extra copies of song collection CDs or songbooks by calling (800) 728-2692 x300.

What is your sick policy? 

If you or your child are ill or have any communicable condition, please do not come to class until you/your child has been fever-free and has not vomited for at least 24 hours prior to class. While we'll miss you, we think it safer if you stay home and recuperate fully.