PRESCHOOL CLASSES

Establishing good foundations for a lifetime of music and art enjoyment

sampleOur preschool classes focus on creating an educational yet exciting and fun environment for children to explore and learn the fundamental concepts of creativity in the arts. Classes are designed by teachers with specific training and experience in areas of preschool education.

My son, Matthew, completed his first session of Mini-Musicians today.  For the past two months, my three-year-old has been singing and clapping around the house.  He eagerly sings the songs he has learned for our family and friends.  Matthew has always had an affinity for music, but these classes have built on his enthusiasm.  (We're particularly thrilled that Matthew has finally learned to use his whisper voice.)   He even recognized "Carnival of the Animals" at a concert we attended at Northwestern University.  His teacher played parts of it for him during one of his classes, and Matthew remembered it!

 I'm attaching a photo of Matthew and his teacher.  I think his expression probably communicates more than my words ever could.  Thank you for this program.  Matthew loved the class.  We're looking forward to the second session. --Most Sincerely, Libby W.


Classes Available for Preschoolers (MUSIC):

KINDERMUSIK PROGRAM:
Preschool Music courses for children ages 2-4 and 4-6

KINDERMUSIK sessions monthly (September, October, November)
$55 ($40 for class, $15 for materials)
 Instructor: Sarah Teichler

AGES 2-4 (6-6:30pm Fridays)— Wiggle and Grow!
 Sept - Colors & Shapes on the Farm
Oct - Rhyme Around Town
Nov/Dec - Outside My Window

AGES 4-6 (6:30-7pm Fridays)— Move and Groove!
Sept - Jumping Beans
Oct - Join the Parade
Nov/Dec - All Keyed Up

 
MUSIC FOR LITTLE MOZARTS:little mozarts
Piano Preparatory Course for Ages 4-7

Our piano preparatory course is a semi-private class using the materials from the popular Music for Little Mozarts piano series. Little Mozarts teachers the fundamentals of piano playing in a fun group setting, helping students develop music basics in preparation for one-on-one private lessons. 
30 minute semi-private sessions are 10 weeks each; call for availability

SUZUKI VIOLIN and SUZUKI GUITAR:
PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AGES 3 and UP

suzuki_logoThe Suzuki Program at Fox River Academy offers a nurturing environment in which student, parent, and teacher work together in developing the musical and technical development of the child. In our Suzuki program, there is a required weekly group class in addition to the regular weekly private lesson, which aids in the development of ensemble skills and nurtures a mutual respect for each other as musicians and individuals. Fox River Academy is a member of the Suzuki Association of America.
Because of their strong base in ear-training with the younger student, along with strong parental involvement at the beginning stages of learning, children as young as the age of three are able to begin music lessons through this method. The Fox River Academy is also able to provide or recommend suppliers for suitable-size guitars and violins for younger students.
30- and 45-minute sessions along with weekly group classes; call for availability

 
MINI MUSICIANS preschool music program:
vocally-based music introductory course for ages 3-5

Our preschool music program is designed to teach in a fun, engaging way the six main concepts of music. Students will learn that Music is made up of Pitch, Rhythm, Movement, Mood, and is a Language, both on a spoken and Universal level. Students exposed to these musical concepts are provided with an essential foundation for music appreciation, as well as an integral background of musical fundamentals for future private music study. The Miniature Musicians program is vocally based, making involvement accessible to all children. We keep our class size to a minimum (4-6 per group), to allow optimal attention to your child’s learning. The Miniature Musicians Program works through a series of three sessions, with each progressive session building on the concepts learned previously. At the end of each session, students participate in a music program, presenting the work of the session.
Session I: Beginning Concepts (30-minute sessions; 10 weeks total);
Session II: Concepts (45-minute sessions; 8 weeks total);
Session III: Advanced Concepts (45-minute sessions; 7 weeks total)



Classes Available for Preschoolers (ART):

MRS. Z's WACKY WORLD OF ART:art_picture
PRESCHOOL ART PROGRAM

One of our most popular general art classes at the Fox River Academy!
Come join us for an artistic trip around the world! Student will explore different art techniques; learn essential composition, color, design and more while traveling the world of art. Classes may be taken all year-- there are different projects for each session.
10-week sessions; call for availability

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