Why MusikGarten?

THE PLAN: Only MusikGarten offers a comprehensive, sequential plan for the musical development of your child starting at birth. This plan leads to music literacy and musicality. Each course stands on its own and fits the developmental needs of the child. Class time is education, fun and purposeful.

THE CURRICULUM: MusikGarten's programs are based on meeting the developmental needs of children as they grow. Favorite songs, stories, and dances are revisited throughout--building on what each child has mastered and enjoyed--making successful learning easier. Details about the curriculum can be found at http://www.musikgarten.org/pedagogy.html.

FAMILY INVOLVEMENT: You will receive CDs, family activity guides and instruments to continue the bonding and run of music with your child at home. Some examples of the music can be found at http://www.musikgarten.org/musicsamples.html.

BENEFITS OF EARLY CHILDHOOD MUSIC: Music's melodic and rhythmic patterns awaken and stimulate neural pathways in the brain that help develop memory, math skills, and powers of abstract and creative thinking. More benefits can be found at http://www.musikgarten.org/benefits.html.

THE TEACHER: I have a BA from Brigham Young University, and have been trained, certified and licensed to teach MusikGarten. I was introduced to the program by attending the class with my son and fully believe in the mission, and the benefits it offers the child and the family.

THE FALL 2008 SCHEDULE:

Newborn to 18 Months. "Family Music for Babies" Wednesday at 11:45 AM

18 Months to 3 years. "Music for Toddlers" Wednesday at 11:00 AM

3 to 4 years. "Cycle of Seasons" Wednesday 1:00 PM

Each class is a half hour long. The 14 week fall semester will begin September 3rd. The cost is 120 dollars, this includes the family materials described above.

I would be happy to answer any questions you have about the program, and the classes that I offer!

breckengarten{at}gmail{dot}com

This information comes from the musikgarten brochure.