ORFF FOR CHILDREN
The Orff method was developed by German composer Carl Orff in the early part of the 20th century. He firmly believed that music training should be combined with movement and drama to create well rounded musicians. The Orff approach to music education is holistic, experiential and process oriented. Orff classes are offered (selected) weekday mornings. Recorder classes are offered (selected) weekday afternoons.

AGE 3 – 6 YEARS OLD
Students are grouped into classes according to age and experience with beginner classes available at any age. Classes cover an extensive range of rich material including folk songs, drama, games, stories, dance, poems and rhymes. Students also play a variety of pitched and non-pitched percussion instruments. A sequential series of classes over a long period of time allows your child to develop and appreciation and understanding of music through creative activities. These skills will last a lifetime and will enhance their learning of an instrument.

RECORDER PROGRAM 7 - 11 YEARS OLD  (Recorder 1, Recorder 2, Recorder 3, and Recorder Club)
In the Recorder Program, young musicians enjoy learning basic music theory and composition skills while preparing solo and ensemble work in a creative and playful environment. Prior experience in the Orff Program is not required. 

MUSIC, MOVEMENT AND MORE - School Age Children
Children will experience and learn the basics of music in a group setting during this special program. The class uses the sequencing of Kodaly, the movement ideas of Dalcroze and Laban, and the drama, singing and diverse instrumental experiences of Orff. Children will share the successes of the group in learning pitch, beat, rhythm and basic note reading. These skills will form a basis for solid music instruction either concurrently or sometime in the future.