Music Discovery Time is a great place for you to learn new songs and learn about music in a supportive and creative environment. Whether you are just beginning to explore music, wanting to understand more about music, or if you want to discover lots of ways to sing and play music, this is a great place to be. I will craft an individualized approach based on the way that you learn, your preferences, and your goals to help you explore music and grow in your confidence and skills with music. We will focus on finding meaningful experiences so that you enjoy your learning journey. Even if you don't have any experience with music, you can be successful in this music class!

Here are some ways we can discover music:
- sing and play songs in a variety of styles
- find out how different instruments can add great sounds to our music
- learn to sing and play what we hear
- learn to read and understand music notation
- find creative ways to move to music
- hear sounds of many different instruments
- hear musicians play music in many styles

Song choices will be guided by the interests and age of the learner, beginning with songs such as the following (for learners age 4-7):
Week 1 (7/24/23): Friendship Family
Week 2 (8/6/23): Music Makes Me Happy
Week 3 (8/13/23): Bought Me a Cat
Week 4 (8/20/23): Instruments are Fun

About me:
In 30 years of teaching music in private lessons and public elementary schools, the most incredible moments for me have occurred when students enjoyed learning the music and felt positive personal connections.  This is what I hope to bring to the many young people learning from home or hoping for more meaningful music experiences.  I am positive, upbeat, and relaxed, and invite students to join in as they feel comfortable.  If you are looking for a connective, nurturing, musical environment for your child or children, I hope you'll join us!