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Early Childhood at Silver Music

               

At Silver Music, early childhood music education is about building confidence, curiosity, and a positive relationship with music during a child’s most formative years.  Our programs are thoughtfully designed for young children to explore music in a way that is engaging and developmentally appropriate.          

      


      

Our Early Childhood Program Philosophy

Young children learn through play, connection,  hands-on experience, and repetition.  Early exposure to great music and age-appropriate activities allow for robust musical learning to begin long before formal instruction on an instrument.

We create experiences that allow children to:

  • Listen deeply and respond to sound
  • Move, sing, and play as a way of learning
  • Develop rhythm, coordination, and musical awareness
  • Build confidence through familiarity and routine

Our programs focus on creating strong musical and emotional foundations that support future learning.

      


      

Why Music Matters in Early Childhood

 

Music plays a powerful role in early childhood development. Research and experience show that early musical engagement supports:

  • Language development and listening skills
  • Coordination, balance, and motor development
  • Memory, focus, and pattern recognition
  • Emotional expression and social connection

Just as importantly, positive early experiences with music help children develop confidence, joy, and a sense of belonging — qualities that extend well beyond the classroom.

        


      

Silver Music’s Signature Early Childhood Program: Ready, Set, Play!

 

Ready, Set, Play! is Silver Music’s signature early childhood program for children from 18 months through age 6. Designed with care and intention as a systematic introduction to music-making, our classes guide children toward a joyful, confident relationship with music. This supports future music study as well as broader learning and self-expression.

→   Learn more about Ready, Set, Play!

      


            

Early Childhood School Partnerships

Silver Music partners with preschools to bring early instrumental music experiences into the school setting. Our collaborations take place during the school day or as after-school enrichment and are shaped to align with each school’s needs.

Some schools we have previously partnered with include The Weekday School at Riverside Church and Chabad Early Learning Center.

→   Learn more about Silver Music’s Partnerships program.

         


        

Applications for Ready, Set, Play!

→   View Applications & Schedule information.

           

Testimonials

→   Read Testimonials from Silver Music parents.

       

Spring Ready, Set, Play!

Register HERE for Spring 2026 Ready, Set, Play!

Additional classes for 2/3s on Fridays, 4:00-4:45!

Space still available for 2/3s on weekday mornings and for 4/5s on weekday afternoons!

Enrollment is Open!

Enrollment for the 2026-2027 academic year has begun. To join our instrumental program for violin, viola, cello, piano and flute, please complete the Prospective Student Application and we will be in touch!

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