• Music Lessons
  • Kids Programs
    • Keyfest Group Programs
    • Private Instruction
    • Pre-School
    • Musical Theatre
  • Teen Programs
  • Adult Programs
  • Summer Programs

The Merriam School of Music Pre-School Program for children 2 - 3 years of age introduces all of the areas of music literacy through song, movement, rhythm, and craft. Creativity, experimentation and repetition of these concepts create a strong foundation for and direct link to our Kids Keyfest Program.

What to expect from each 45-minute class:

• Set structure and routine for the class delivery
• Rhythm, pitch matching, coordination and basic musical language development through song
• Creativity and self-expression development through activities such as improvisation, story telling, crafts and listening games
• Social skills development through the building of collaborative relationships with others during the class over the course of the year
• Teamwork development through activities that are built to encourage cooperation, respect of self and others and personal accountability
• Follow up take-home assignments to guide practice sessions
• Periodic parent contact to discuss student development and practice habits at home