RK Description

Rhythm Kids™  is an exciting music, movement, and drumming class for children in Kindergarten through second grade (ages 4 through 8). Children integrate and assimilate rhythm into their lives, as they: 

In this class children will: 

• Learn, create, discover and explore music, movement and drumming 

• Enjoy age-appropriate ways to play rhythm instruments (shakers, tambourines, etc.) 

• Explore traditional drumming patterns through animal names and movements 

• Experience drumming, song, and dance from around the world (Mali, Puerto Rico, Turkey, etc.) 

• Find new ways to connect mind, body, and voice through rhythm 

• Develop skill in improvising, soloing, conducting, composition, and improvisation 

• Participate in active musical games that are both enriching and totally fun! 

Rhythm Kids^® follows through on the Music Together® vision to help children complete the pathway of early childhood music development from birth through age 8. As part of the Rhythm Kids^® experience, children and their grownups can enjoy drumming play and practice sessions at home with the help of online play-along videos featuring Rhythm Kids^® creator Tom Foote. 

Classes are for children ages 4yrs through 8yrs and include: 

• 10 weekly, 45-minute classes 

• Animal Collection Songbook and CD each semester

• Rhythm Kids^® Parent Guide

• Access to online video tutorials and play-alongs 

This is an instrument-learning class, so your child will need a drum. Please ask your teacher about where to purchase a drum for class and home practice!