Songs with Sarah
Introduction: I wrote my final project for grad school on the curriculum "Music Moves for Piano," and learned countless things that only reinforced what I already believe: too many programs are teaching our children music the wrong way. Just like in language, it's important for them to experience sound, before sight, before theory. That means they are moving, chanting and singing the music before ever reading the notation. This is essential for a child's brain development and will change how they relate to music forever.
My classes are 60 minutes with no more than 3-4 students per class. We begin with floor activities (singing, moving, being creative in various tonalities and meters), move to the piano for familiarity and improvisation activities, move back to the floor and then have individual time with each student while the others continue to improvise, listen and create music. The class is designed to be a way for your child to learn the fundamentals of music while also training their hands and fingers to play the piano with proper technique!
I absolutely love it when a child lights up for music and starts to understand things they may have never thought about. Nothing can beat that I get to see that happen every day.
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Anne P.
Jul 23, 2015
Sarah is so engaging as a teacher. She's in her element with kids and music. It's clear both things are life's passions for her. Watching her jump from playing guitar to flute to singing and back again with ease l, coveys the true musical talent she is.
What makes Sarah different than other music teachers and why we love her is that she knows (and explains) the theories and research behind use of music and how it helps the development of kids. It's fascinating. It's clear she's not just a musical talent, but a educated teacher on ways to leverage music to challenege and develop people.
Meghan G.
Jul 23, 2015
'Teacher Sarah' as my daughter calls her is always a highlight of our week! Her approach to teaching is energetic, inclusive and refreshing! She makes the class not only enjoyable for the littles, but for the grown ups as well! Most importantly, it has been amazing to watch my daughter - as she grows, her love for music grows!
Valerie W.
Jul 28, 2015
Sarah is a wonderful teacher. She always brings her full energy and engages each child individually. Class is always fun and she incorporates ways to continue learning at home. My daughter loves her music together class and immediately smiles when seeing Sarah.
Annie L.
Aug 1, 2015
Sarah is an excellent, creative and inventive music teacher. We had her for Music Together, and she brings a passion to early childhood music that the children (and parents) can feel. She puts a ton of thought into her class preparation and is extremely playful in her activities. She captures the children's attention using dance, song, rhythm, instruments (she plays the guitar and the flute), humor and imagination. I trust her implicitly and highly recommend her for music classes at any level.
Tifani W.
Mar 3, 2017
Sarah is positive, teaches kids to play musically, and to love music! I appreciate her flexibility and open communication/feedback on my children's progress.