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.

In class, sing, dance, and have fun! You might be surprised to hear that you are your child's most important music teacher right now—and it doesn't matter whether you think of yourself 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.

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 from 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!

What is the class size?

Each class has between 6 and 12 registered children, plus their caregiver(s).

How long are the classes?
All class types (Mixed-Age classes, Rhythm Kids®, Babies) are 45 minutes. All classes meet once a week.

How long are the semesters?
We offer an 8 or 9-week semester and a shorter summer session. 

Can more than one parent or caregiver attend? 

Yes! Parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles or a child's important grown-ups are always welcome - no need to ask!

What is the refund policy?
No tuition refunds are given after classes begin. Families are responsible for class attendance. An administrative fee of $35.00 will be deducted upon cancellations occurring before the start of the semester.

Miss a class?
We get it—life with little ones is unpredictable! Enrolled families may make up to 3 missed classes per session. Makeups are not guaranteed, are first come, first served, and must be used within the same session (they don’t carry over).

How to book a makeup:
Head over to our website and select “Makeup Scheduler” from the Enrolled Families menu. Choose from available days, locations, or teachers. You’ll receive a confirmation email once booked.

Can I switch to a different class?
Requests for class changes must be initiated within the first three weeks of the semester. Depending on class availability, changes are made at the discretion of the center director and teachers involved.

What if I start classes after the semester begins?
Although it is best to join at the beginning of the session, Music Together Giggle & Groove welcomes families any time.

What is the reduced sibling rate?
The reduced sibling rate is for siblings only. Grownups may attend class with more than one of their own children—we’re a family music-making program!

This discounted rate does not apply to cousins, friends, or other children outside the immediate family. Friends and extended family members are welcome to enroll, but must do so under their own account.

If you have questions or aren’t sure what applies to your situation, please reach out to Erin—we’re happy to help.

Can we eat in class?
Please feel comfortable to nurse or bottle-feed your child in class, but we ask that you not bring food or drink into classrooms.

Can I bring a guest or an unregistered older sibling to class?
Sometimes an older sibling (or unregistered sibling) needs to attend class with you. Our policy is that unregistered siblings may attend one class per session for free, but you must reach out to our director, Erin, to confirm if there is adequate space available.  A second visit is $20.

What happens after we complete a semester?
A different song collection is used each semester—there are nine different song collections and 3 summer song collections—so when you re-register, you can look forward to expanding your repertoire with a variety of new songs and chants. 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 250 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.

Do you allow drop-ins?
Yes! If you’re not ready to commit to a full session, you may purchase up to three drop-in classes per child per song collection, based on availability. Please note that drop-ins are non-refundable and do not include class materials.

Do you offer gift certificates?
Yes! Gift certificates toward classes can be purchased at any time. They make fabulous baby shower, birthday, or holiday gifts. Purchase one here!