Music Playground for Kids: Exploring Music in Rhythm (Ages 6-11)
This club offers children a captivating musical journey, nurturing their passion for music through interactive, creative learning activities and engaging musical games.
What's included
12 live meetings
9 in-class hoursAssessment
Occassionally test knowledge with fun quizzes during class!Class Experience
Beginner Level
Piano Class Curriculum: Rhythm for Beginners (12 Weeks) Week 1: Rhythm Kickoff! Discover the beat that makes music fun. Clap and count with whole, half, quarter, and eighth notes. Play some cool clapping games to get in the groove! Week 2: Time Signature Groove Explore 4/4 and 3/4 time signatures. Play and clap along to different beats. Find the rhythm in your favorite songs! Week 3: Rest and Play Meet the silent stars of music: rests! Combine notes and rests to create your own rhythm patterns. Jam out to some new beats. Week 4: Hands in Harmony Learn how to get both hands working together in perfect rhythm. Play simple songs that sound amazing when you keep the beat. Week 5: Syncopation Sensation Discover the magic of syncopation—playing off the beat. Clap, tap, and play funky rhythms that make you want to dance. Week 6: Rhythm in Action Put your new rhythm skills to work with real piano pieces. Play songs that make you feel like a rock star! Week 7: Dotted Notes Adventure Uncover the mystery of dotted notes and their groovy rhythms. Play and count songs with these fun new patterns. Week 8: Tempo Takeover Explore the speed of music: slow, medium, and fast. Play with tempos and see how they change the feel of a song. Week 9: Dynamic Rhythms Mix rhythm with loud and soft sounds to create exciting music. Practice playing with feeling while keeping the beat steady. Week 10: Rhythm Remix Get creative and make your own rhythm patterns. Compose a short piece that’s all about the beat! Week 11: Rhythm Party! Play rhythm games and have fun with friends. Group activities where everyone claps, plays, and creates together. Week 12: Show Time! Review everything you've learned and get ready for your big performance. Play a piece that shows off your awesome rhythm skills. Celebrate your success with a fun finale! This 12-week journey turns learning rhythm into an exciting adventure where every week brings new beats, fun activities, and chances to show off your musical talents!
Learning Goals
Students will:
-Develop an understanding of basic rhythmic concepts, including note values (whole, half, quarter, eighth notes, and rests).
-Learn to clap, count, and play simple rhythmic patterns.
-Improve coordination between hands while maintaining
Syllabus
12 Lessons
over 12 WeeksLesson 1:
Rhythm Kickoff!
This lesson is about introducing students to the foundational concepts of rhythm in music. We’ll focus on understanding different note values—whole, half, quarter, and eighth notes—and how they contribute to creating a steady beat. Through interactive clapping exercises and rhythm games, students will begin to develop their timing and coordination, setting the stage for more advanced rhythmic skills in future lessons. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Time Signature Groove!
This lesson is about exploring time signatures, specifically 4/4 and 3/4, and understanding how they shape the rhythm of a piece of music. Students will learn how to count and play rhythms within these time signatures, using clapping exercises and simple piano patterns to reinforce the concepts. This lesson helps students grasp how beats are organized in music, further developing their rhythmic foundation. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Rest and Play!
This lesson is about understanding the role of rests in music and how they create pauses and spaces within rhythmic patterns. In Week 3, students will be introduced to different types of rests and learn how to incorporate them into rhythms. Through guided online exercises, they’ll practice creating and playing rhythm patterns that combine both notes and rests, helping them to appreciate the balance between sound and silence in music. 45 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Hands in Harmony!
This lesson is about developing hand coordination while maintaining a steady rhythm. In Week 4, students will focus on playing simple two-hand piano patterns, gradually learning to synchronize both hands in their playing. Through online practice sessions, they’ll improve their ability to keep a consistent rhythm while using both hands, building a strong foundation for more complex pieces in the future. 45 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Supply List
Paper and pencils drumsticks (optional) piano/keyboard (optional)
Language of Instruction
English (Level: Pre-A1)
Joined July, 2023
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hi, I’m Anitra Thomas.
Owner of Anitra's School of Music and Creator of "Learn Piano The Easy Way" Online Introductory Piano Course. I would like to personally welcome you, and thank you for showing interest in our school.
I am a professional pianist and music arranger. I have performed on many stages especially in the christian/gospel industry. Graduated from the University of Louisiana at Monroe with a Bachelors in General Business Marketing and Management with a minor in Music.
Music has really changed my life tremendously. I love music and I love helping others to reach their full potential in music. Now with over 15 years of experience in training youth, young adults, and adults, I have learned that a true musician is one who plays with passion and purpose.Reviews
Live Group Class
$20
weekly or $240 for 12 classes1x per week, 12 weeks
45 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 6-11
2-7 learners per class
