As a parent, what is my role in class?

Sing, dance, and have fun! You might be surprised to hear that you are your child's most important music teacher right now—and it doesn't matter whether you think of yourself as a great singer or dancer. Young children develop dispositions for certain behaviors, including learning to love music, by observing and imitating their loved ones. Simply by participating enthusiastically during class and playing with the ideas at home, you'll give your children the modeling they need to learn to love to make music. Please wait to socialize or use your cell phone until after class and instead help us create a music-only environment.

What's expected of my child in class?

At Music Together^®, children are never required to sit in the circle or expected to conform to an adult's idea of participation. We know that children learn differently from adults. They learn instinctively and constantly, through observation, interactions with adults and older children, and through imitation, play, and, especially, movement. One hallmark of Music Together is the insight that children will naturally develop music ability simply when they are immersed in a community of families all making music.

Children's responses depend on their most dominant learning style and temperament as well as their age and developmental level. Some might follow the teacher right away. Many will simply want to watch and absorb, particularly in the first few weeks of class. Some might crawl or toddle around; others are stimulated by the music and respond more actively, running, jumping, or dancing. All are perfectly natural responses to the new, musically rich environment. Throughout the semester, your teacher will help you tune in to how your child learns best so you can support their music development in class and at home. Feel free to ask if you have questions!

What if I miss a class during the semester?

We offer unlimited makeup classes during each semester. Please visit our Make Up Classes page to learn more.

Can I switch to a different class?

Requests for class changes must be initiated within the first three weeks of the semester. Depending on class availability, changes are made at the discretion of the center director and teachers involved. Changes are not made after the third week of the semester.

What if I need to cancel?

We are unable to refund tuition fees after the start of classes. Families are responsible for class attendance. Makeup classes are unlimited and can be scheduled via our Makeup Scheduler if available. An administrative fee of $25 will be deducted upon cancellations occuring prior to the start of the semester.

Monthly payment plans

Monthly payment plans are available upon request. If you enter into a monthly agreement, you are responsible for paying the total tuition amount, regardless of attendance.

Can I bring a guest or an unregistered older sibling to class?

Music Together® classes are open to the whole family! All other guests must be prearranged with the teacher to ensure adequate space in the class. First class is free and each additional class has a drop-in fee of $15.

Is it OK for more than one adult to come to class?

Yes, parents, grandparents, or caregivers are welcome to attend class at any time—no need to ask!

Health & Safety waiver:

Families attending in-person classes or lessons must adhere to health & safety guidelines. Attendance of class or lesson implies assertion that no one attending is actively contagious with any communicable disease. When you accept these Terms, you are agreeing to adhere to the guidelines, and you release Toddlin’ Town Arts and Music Together® Worldwide from liability for unintentional exposure or harm due to Covid-19, RSV, cold, flu or other illness.  Additionally, you acknowledge the inherent risks of physical activity and release Toddlin' Town Arts and Music Together Worldwide from liability for accidental injury incurred in the regular course of attendance in class or lessons.

By registering for class you agree to these terms and policies and our liability waiver. 

I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS WAIVER AND FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS. BY ENROLLING IN CLASSES AT TODDLIN TOWN ARTS, I UNDERSTAND THAT I AM AGREEING TO THE ABOVE AND HAVE GIVEN UP CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS. THIS IS A BINDING LEGAL DOCUMENT.