Group sessions children 5-8
At Music Tree we love to encourage children to participate in our Sing and Play group sessions. They are a wonderful way to introduce your child to the world of music as well as being a great environment for socialising and developing skills.
I have been a music teacher and music therapist for many years and I discovered that children aged 5-7 are excited by the idea of studying an instrument, but are often still too young to commit to weekly practice in order to achieve their desired goals.
This often leads to a lack of motivation for the child, frustration for the parents and soon after, many give up and move away from music altogether, an all too familiar pattern which many of us sadly can relate to.
Fortunately, the old outdated methods are changing and a more positive inclusive one is emerging which looks at the educational benefits of nurturing our children’s curiosity in an environment that is fun, musical and social. That’s why I created our Sing and Play course at Music Tree.
At Sing and Play, we don’t skip on the important building blocks of music, we focus on making them enjoyable and easily understood through our creative games, group playing and improvisation. All our children have the opportunity to try and play a variety of instruments which is a great way for them to decide what they like and what they don’t.
We love seeing and hearing happy and engaged students and our Sing and Play course is a great foundation for your child to find out what they love about music, before taking their next step on their musical journey.
These classes, inspired by Gordon’s Music Learning Theory, are based on my personal research in body music and neuro music.
What instruments are included in the curriculum for students to explore?
We have designed our curriculum to allow students to explore a variety of instruments throughout the terms, including piano, ukulele, percussion, melodic bars and bells, xylophone, and metallophones. Piano and ukulele are the main focus, with each instrument receiving 3-4 sessions in a row of concentrated learning (piano usually 4 lessons, ukulele 2-3).
How does the school plan to provide adequate playing time for each student during the music lessons?
We provide adequate playing time to each student during the lesson, ensuring that they get to practice and play the piano and/or ukulele many times during the lesson. Although the playing time may vary slightly depending on the level of the student and the pace of the lesson, we aim to provide each child with ample time to practice and develop their skills, with the aim of playing together in a music ensemble.
PIANO: children usually practice at the piano alone a few times and then together in duets or trios on the same instrument, learning not only their part but also how to play together
UKULELE: each child has an instrument to practice during the classes (provided by the school or brought from home – the latter is the best solution so they can keep practicing at home).
What is the approach to instrument rotation in the curriculum?
We believe that this approach to instrument rotation not only provides a well-rounded music education but also helps the students develop their musical tastes and preferences. By exploring different instruments, they can discover what they enjoy playing and what they may want to pursue further in the future.
How do the students prepare for the recitals and what is the process for choosing the instrument they will perform with?
In preparation for the Christmas and summer recital, the children will have the opportunity to choose the instrument they prefer to use for their performance. This way, they can showcase their newfound skills and confidence with an instrument that they feel comfortable and confident playing.
Resources for parents
you will also find online courses recorded by our teachers to support your child’s practise between the weekly classes (Sing and Play – ukulele; Sing and Play – piano)
Join our sessions
CLASS SIZE: 4 to 10 children max
DURATION OF THE CLASSES: 45 minutes to 60 minutes depending on the number of participants in each group.
Trial classes
Free trial classes from the 17th to 22nd April – only for new students.
After that, we suggest that all new Music Tree families should attend two trial classes. This gives us the opportunity to get to know your child better, allows you to experience our class and style and together we can find a group to suit your needs.
When
Ages 5-7
- Monday 5.00pm (fully booked)
- Tuesday 4.15pm
- Thursday 4.30pm (fully booked)
- Friday 5.00pm (fully booked)
- Saturday 11.15am and 12.45pm
Ages 7-8
- Wednesday 5.00pm (fully booked)
- Thursday 3.30pm (fully booked)
Fees
- FREE TRIALS WEEK from 17th April to 23rd April for new students.
- After 22nd April – two trial classes £31.6 (2 sessions)
- Whole term £158 for 10 sessions (Mondays), £189.60 for 12 sessions (Tue-Sat)
Rescheduled and missed classes – Terms and conditions
Music Tree does not provide refunds for any missed classes but you can reschedule a maximum of 2 classes by joining another class of the week within the month of the absence (not on the same day of your class).
In case of a teacher’s absence, the lesson will be rescheduled at the end of the term.
Bookings for single classes or trial classes will not be refundable nor movable to other dates.
Summer term
From 17th April to 15th July (half-term break 29th May to 4th June). The week from the 17th of July will be used for extra classes or for reschedules of possible missed classes by the teachers.
When
Ages 5-6
We suggest that all new Music Tree families should attend two trial classes. This gives us the opportunity to get to know your child better, allows you to experience our class and style and together we can find a group to suit them.
- Monday 3.40pm and 5.00pm
- Thursday 4.30pm
- Friday 5.00pm
- Saturday 12.45pm
Ages 7-8
- Wednesday 5.00pm
- Thursday 3.30pm
Fees
- FREE TRIALS WEEK from 17th April to 23rd April for new students.
- After 22nd April – two trial classes £31.6 (2 sessions)
- Whole term £158 for 10 sessions (Mondays), £189.60 for 12 sessions (Tue-Sat)
Rescheduled and missed classes – Terms and conditions
Music Tree does not provide refunds for any missed classes but you can reschedule a maximum of 2 classes by joining another class of the week within the month of the absence (not on the same day of your class).
In case of a teacher’s absence, the lesson will be rescheduled at the end of the term.
Bookings for single classes or trial classes will not be refundable nor movable to other dates.
Summer term
From 17th April to 15th July (half-term break 29th May to 4th June). The week from the 17th of July will be used for extra classes or for reschedules of possible missed classes by the teachers.
About the classes
- Fun and engaging music activities
- Learning of different instruments (piano, ukulele and percussions)
- Developing of coordination, singing and basic music grammar
- Restricted class numbers (max 6 children)
Location
info@musictreeuk.com
51 Barnsbury Street
London, N1 1TP
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