Where early musical skills expand and students continue to play instruments with confidence.
Designed for families looking for a consistent, high-quality program with structure, guidance, and intentional teaching.
Step 6 builds on the strong foundation developed in Step 5 by expanding music reading, strengthening rhythm and melody skills, and introducing students to both the recorder and ukulele through guided, hands-on instruction.
At this stage, students begin applying their skills across different instruments, connecting reading, rhythm, and melody in a more complete and confident way.
Program Details
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Ages: 6 to 7 years
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Class Length: 45-60 minutes
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Caregiver Participation: Home guidance
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Class Size: Small group setting for comfort and individual attention
Why Choose Step 6?
At this stage, children are ready to expand their skills and apply what they’ve learned in a more meaningful way.
Step 6 supports that growth by introducing real instruments while continuing to build strong foundations in reading, rhythm, and musical understanding.
In this class, your child will:
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Play simple songs on the pre-keyboard, recorder, and ukulele
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Strengthen music reading skills with greater accuracy
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Develop coordination between rhythm, melody, and instrument playing
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Build confidence through structured, progressive learning
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Experience the excitement of playing real instruments
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Participate in a recital experience, building confidence and celebrating their progress
💛 This is a guided, structured class that helps students feel capable and confident as they grow into young musicians.
What Happens in Class?
Each class follows a consistent routine, helping students stay confident while developing more advanced musical skills.
Your experience will include:
🎵 Recorder Learning
Introduction to proper technique, note reading, and playing simple melodies
🎸 Ukulele Introduction
Students learn to pick notes, helping them connect note reading directly to melody playing on a real instrument
🥁 Rhythm & Timing Development
Activities that strengthen steady beat, coordination, and rhythmic accuracy
🎼 Music Reading & Application
Students apply their reading skills directly to instrument playing
🎶 Ensemble & Group Playing
Opportunities to play together, building listening skills and musical awareness
🎤 Recital Preparation
Students work toward a recital experience, building confidence as they prepare and share what they’ve learned in a supportive environment
Why This Stage Matters?
This stage marks an exciting shift where students begin applying their musical knowledge in a more complete way and start to feel like real musicians.
By combining reading, rhythm, and instrument playing, children develop a deeper understanding of music while building confidence and independence.
Natural Progression
Students are required to complete Step 5 before entering Step 6.
Looking to add an art experience?
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Class times are subject to change based on enrollment.