The Early Childhood Music Program at Areté Music Academy offers an extensive selection of classes to young children and their families. At AMA we believe that it is crucial to provide developmentally appropriate music education to children at a young age. Through singing, listening, moving, instrument playing, and other guided activities these classes lay the groundwork for further musical study as well as a lifelong involvement in music and the arts.
The ECM classes are offered in three 10-week sessions during the school year (September - May). Each session includes 10 classes.
This “parent & me” classprovides developmentally appropriate music training for toddlers. Through storytelling, singing, listening, moving, and other guided activities, children experience the joys of music-making with their favorite melodies, rhythmic chants, and stories. This program is designed to lay the groundwork for further musical study as well as a lifelong involvement in music.
Instructor: Ms. Alison
Lesson time: 35 minutes
Objective: To stimulate and encourage vocal exploration, interaction, and motor skills.
MEET THE INSTRUMENTS Ages 3.5 - 5
This class will introduce different instruments on alternate weeks, such as violin, cello, guitar, flute, saxophone, trombone and drums. Through hands-on experience, students will have opportunities to develop an awareness of the distinctions among different instrument families. In addition, this class also focuses on singing, listening, movements, and creativity.
Instructor: Ms. Alison and guests
Lesson time: 45 minutes
Objective: To cultivate creativity and sensitivity to music-making and to broaden knowledge in musical instruments.
MUSICAL ABCs & RHYTHMS Ages 4.5 - 6
This class offers an integrated approach to understanding music. Through movement, singing, and improvisation, children explore basic musicianship and begin to develop music literacy. This is an ideal supplementary program for students who are taking individual or group instrumental classes.
Instructor: TBA
Lesson time: 45 minutes
Objective: To lay the groundwork for music literacy and listening skills.
PIANO FOR BEGINNERS(Level 1A/B -- 3A/B) Ages 4-6 & 6-8
Piano for beginners is a multi-level group piano program for young beginners. The 10-week program will introduce and focus on finger coordination, proper hand position, basic theory, music reading, and ear training. Students are grouped by levels and ages. Maximum enrollment for each class is 4 students. Class duration is determined by ages and levels.
Instructor: Ms. Erika; Ms. Carolina; Ms. Iris; Ms. Elizabeth K.
Lesson time: 30 - 45 minutes
Objective: To introduce basic musicianship through playing keyboard and piano.
VIOLIN FOR BEGINNERSAges 4-6, 6-8, & 9-11
Violin for beginners is a small group class designed for young beginners to learn in an interactive environment. Students will learn through hands-on experience in the weekly 30-minute session. Parent's participation in classes are recommended.
Instructor: Ms. Grace; Ms. Basma
Lesson time: 30 minutes
Objective: To introduce basic musicianship through playing violin.
Group class enrollments are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Mid-year enrollments are possible for selected classes; please contact the office for details. Areté Music Academy reserves the right to cancel classes due to insufficient enrollment or unforeseen circumstances. In the event a class is canceled, you will be notified and given the opportunity to transfer to another class. If you do not enroll in another class, you will receive a full refund.
Arete Music Academy is located in Englewood Cliffs and we welcome students from the following neighborhoods
