Starting this October, the Music Conservatory of Westchester is proud to introduce Music Explorers — a dynamic introductory music program specially designed for children ages 5 to 7.
Inspired by the Orff Schulwerk approach, Music Explorers engages young learners in music-making through movement, singing, and hands-on instrument play. The program encourages creativity, coordination, and joyful exploration in a fun, supportive environment.
Program Highlights:
· Age-Specific Classes: Two class levels (ages 5 and 6–7) that build confidence in movement and vocal expression.
· Foundational Music Skills: Children explore key musical elements — beat, rhythm, melody, tempo, dynamics, articulation, and improvisation — through interactive play.
· Instrumental Discovery: Students develop instrumental skills using a wide variety of pitched Orff instruments (xylophones, metallophones, glockenspiels, resonator bells) and unpitched percussion, including hand drums, temple blocks, shakers, triangles, finger cymbals, tone blocks, guiros, and rhythm sticks.
· Sensory Engagement: Learning is guided through sensory experiences that awaken musical awareness, language development, and expressive listening.
· Experienced Faculty: Classes are led by experienced instructors with a deep passion for early childhood music education.
· Creative Expression: Lessons integrate storytelling, dramatization, and movement, allowing children to learn music through playful, imaginative experiences.
