Rookie Rockers

If you have a kid somewhere between the age of 0-5 years old, you probably know a couple things:

1. If there is music, there will be dancing,
2. If there is dancing, there will be laughing,
and...
3. If there is laughing, there will be fun.

Our most popular program, Rookie Rock, is based on these three elements and is founded on the principle that music education in early childhood should be interactive, engaging, and inspiring.

Between 10-11am on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, our school is filled with the combined joy of a room full of little kiddos and their parents singing, dancing, playing and (shhh...don't tell them...) learning!

You probably already know this, but research has proven that kids who are actively involved in rich musical experiences do better in math and reading in school, have better self control and focus, and have increased self esteem.

Rookie Rock is one way to share this experience with your child in a fun and engaging way with other kiddos. At home, there are a number of ways to continue these experiences!

• Take your child to a variety of live musical performances. Concerts in the park, children's theater, band concerts, and jazz recitals are just a few ways to widen your child's growing experience with different styles and types of music. Check with your local library or newspaper to see what might be available in your neighborhood.
  

• Make music a part of a daily activity. You can sing specific songs together every time you are giving your child a bath, or cleaning up around the house, getting ready for school, etc. Soon the song will become a cue to start the process of bathing, cleaning, getting ready, and you might find that what may have been a struggle has become a fun activity that EVERYONE enjoys!
  

• Find directions online to create simple homemade instruments using materials you may already have at home to create your own family "band"!

• Be your child's greatest fan. Build your child's self esteem by watching them play, put on a show for you, or teach YOU a new made up song.

We believe that music in early childhood can have a profound affect on your child's development, but also, we think music is just a great way to relieve stress, connect with other people, and have a blast. We have seen music do amazing things to kids to inspire and help spark creativity and connection, and we invite you to experience this for your child, too!

Come check out Rookie Rock and see for yourself - your first class is on us!

Call us to schedule your visit! (503) 282.9999