Early Childhood & Youth Programs – The Community Music Network

Early Childhood & Preschool Music

Research shows that the most important time to begin musical training is in early childhood. Music is processed in the brain like a language, so the best time to start working on the basic skills necessary for more advanced musical instruction later in life is from birth to age seven. In addition, children who are actively engaged in singing, dancing, finger play, chants, and rhythm instrument play also experience significant gains in the areas of cognitive (thinking), language, physical, social, and emotional development.

In this early childhood music program, parents and caregivers learn how to be musical with their children, modelling active music making or “musiking” skills while children develop basic tonal and rhythmic skills through active musical play that will provide a foundation for future musical experiences, whether that be formal lessons or simply a lifelong joy of competent participation in the music of their culture and community.

This class is a great way to spend quality time with your child or family while also socialising with other parents/caregivers and children in the community. The social bonding power of a mixed age family music class also creates lasting friendships, in addition to enhancing your family’s quality of life through joyful music play. Many parents have agreed that the class provides therapeutic exercise and stress relief as well!

No previous experience in music is necessary, and many parents and caregivers who lack basic music skills (the ability to sing in tune and keep a beat) find that their own abilities improve over time.

Visit our “About Us” tab for more information about our Director/Facilitator Pamela West-Finkle (“Miss Pam”).

We hope you’ll join us for a free demonstration class so you can experience for yourself the fun of this approach to fundamental music learning.

Miss Pam’s Jamboree

Miss Pam’s Jamboree is a full participation music class where parents and caregivers are taught to model active music making. Expect to sing, wiggle, jump, dance along with American and World Folk Music. We use children’s percussion instruments, scarves, parachutes, and balls. Children birth to age 7 learn basic music skills naturally through play and fun! Dress comfortably and bring water if needed.

Day Camps

The Community Music Network Inc offers exciting music-focused day camps for kids and teens. Music Explorer’s Camp (Ages 5-12) lets younger children dive into singing, instruments, and creative musical activities in a fun, interactive environment. Teen Jam Camp (Ages 13-17) gives teens the chance to collaborate, write, and perform music, building skills and confidence. Both camps encourage teamwork, creativity, and a love for music. Experienced instructors guide campers through engaging activities tailored to their age group. These camps provide a memorable, inspiring, and musical summer experience.

Intergenerational Classes

At The Community Music Network Inc., our Intergenerational Classes (Ages Birth – 7+) bring families and generations together through the joy of music-making. These classes encourage bonding, creativity, and early childhood development as children, parents, and grandparents sing, move, and play together. Through rhythm, melody, and shared laughter, participants build lasting connections that nurture both hearts and minds. It’s a celebration of learning, love, and the timeless power of music across all ages.

Individual & Group Music Lessons

The Community Music Network Inc offers personalized and group music lessons designed for children aged 5 and up. Students can learn at their own pace in individual sessions or enjoy the collaborative experience of group lessons. These lessons focus on developing musical skills, creativity, and confidence while making learning fun. Experienced instructors guide each student with engaging techniques tailored to their age and ability. Whether one-on-one or in a group, every lesson inspires a lifelong love of music.

MUSIC PROGRAM WAIVER /RELEASE FROM LIABILITY

The Community Music Network, Inc.

MUSIC PROGRAM WAIVER /RELEASE FROM LIABILITY

AGREEMENT, RELEASE FROM LIABILITY, WAIVER OF CLAIMS & ASSUMPTION OF RISK

I agree to pay all participation fees. I, on behalf of myself, my heirs, executors, agents, assigns, and representatives, hereby indemnify, release and forever hold harmless Pamela West-Finkle, The Community Music Network, Inc., the Andes Public Library, the Town of Andes, the Headwaters Arts Center, The Roxbury Arts Group, the Hobart Activity Center, as well as its directors, employees and instructors, from any and all claims of liability arising from any accident, personal injury, death, or property loss or damage sustained by my child/myself/the minor child for whom I am a legal guardian, while that person is participating in activities connected with The Community Music Network., including classes, rehearsals, performances, or other activities. I understand that interactive music, dance/movement, and performance art activities have inherent risks of injury, and, being fully aware of all risk, I consent to have my child/myself/the minor child for whom I am a legal guardian, participate in the programs and activities offered by The Community Music Network., and I accept full responsibility for providing adequate health and accident insurance coverage for the protection of all of the following who participate in these programs/activities: my child/myself/the minor child for whom I am a legal guardian. By signing this statement, I declare that the aforesaid participant is in good health, with no physical conditions that might prevent his/her/my participation in strenuous and rigorous activities and other training connected with musical performance. I also understand that in a mixed age family class, it is my responsibility to supervise my child to ensure the safety of all.

Further I understand and acknowledge that because of the physical nature of hands-on, group music interaction, there may be physical contact between directors, employees, staff, company members, instructors and students during rehearsals, shows, workshops, productions, and especially during instruction. I understand that at times for proper instruction and safety, physical contact is required and necessary.

I have carefully read this Agreement

I have carefully read this Agreement, Waiver, Release, & Assumption of Risk and fully understand its contents. I understand that this is an assumption of risk and release of liability, and I sign it of my own free will.

I also authorize The Community Music Network

I also authorize The Community Music Network to use photos and videos of my child/myself, for promotional purposes. If I am signing this in my capacity as the legal guardian of a minor child, I authorize The Community Music Network to use photos and videos of the minor child for promotional purposes.

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