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 participating enthusiastically during class and playing with the ideas at home, you'll give your children the modeling they need to learn to love making music. Please wait to socialize or use your cell phone until after class and 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 a 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 musical ability simply when immersed in a community of families all making music.

Children's responses depend on their most dominant learning style and temperament, age, and developmental level. Some might follow the teacher right away. Many will 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!

How should we use the Music Together^® materials?

Play your songs frequently, especially during the first few weeks of class. Make the music available for your child to listen to while she is playing or before nap or bedtime. Create your Music Together account and download the Music Together app for digital versions of the songs and more activity ideas to try! 

Use the songbook to help you learn the songs and get new musical activities to use at home. If you play an instrument and want to play along, the music notation is available in the songbook. Try using the songbook at storytime!

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What is the class size?

Each class has between 6 and 12 registered children plus their caregiver(s).

What if I miss a class during the semester?

We offer unlimited makeup classes during each semester. Please visit our Makeup 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, the center director and teachers involved make changes at their discretion. Changes are not made after the third week of the semester.

What if I start classes after the semester begins?

Music Together with Ms Maria welcomes families at any point during the semester! We will prorate for classes missed due to late registration. Instead, families may make up class(es) during the semester.

Can we eat in class?

Please feel comfortable nursing or bottle-feeding your child in class, but we ask that you not bring food or drink into classrooms. We also provide an area to nurse privately if desired, and The Cozy Corner has a diaper-changing station in the restroom.

Will classes be canceled in inclement weather?

We adhere to Hays consolidated ISD in Buda, & Manor ISD regarding weather cancellations. Should public schools close due to inclement weather, classes at Music Together with Ms Maria will also be canceled. Please check our website, musictogetherwithmsmaria.com, or our https://www.facebook.com/ page for announcements regarding weather cancellations.

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

Music Together classes may be in session when older children have a school holiday, and it is natural to want to bring them with you to class. All guests must be prearranged with the teacher to ensure adequate space in the class.

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

Parents, grandparents, or caregivers are welcome to attend class anytime—no need to ask!

Why aren't there classes for specific age groups?

Classes with children of different ages have intellectual and social benefits for younger and older children. In fact, it's the learning environment recommended by many early childhood researchers. Older children learn empathy and awareness of others while developing leadership qualities and gaining self-confidence. Younger children learn by imitating the older ones and often show more complex behaviors earlier than usual. Even babies benefit from being in an environment that gives them many opportunities to observe the behavior of children of varying ages. Plus, it allows everyone—siblings, parents, grandparents, caregivers—to share the musical experience together!

Do you offer gift certificates?

Gift certificates for classes can be purchased at any time. They make fabulous baby shower, birthday, or holiday gifts. Please get in touch with us if you’re interested in purchasing one. Gift Certificate