Fall 2024 Group Classes
Page under construction. Registration from group classes opens at Wayland Recreation in late August.
These classes are offered in partnership with Wayland Recreation, and registration is via the Wayland Recreation website.
You do NOT need to be a Wayland resident to sign up - they are open to all!
After reading the descriptions here, please go to Wayland Rec to register - these classes register via their site only.
At Wayland Rec site, for:
Early Childhood - select Preschool Programs
All other instrument and voice classes - select Youth Dance & Music/Winter
Please note: all Early Childhood classes require the active presence of a parent or caregiver. They are not drop-off classes.
Fall Group Classes:
Early Childhood
Musical Beginnings, age 0 - 36 months with a caregiver
Musical Explorers, age 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Instrument Explorers, age 4.5-6 with a caregiver
Young Children's Instrument Classes
Small Group Intro to Violin, age 4-6 with a caregiver
Small Group Intro to Guitar, age 6-7
Small Group Intro to Piano, age 6-7
Vocal classes age 7- 18
Broadway Stars in the Making, age 7-12
Pop Sensations, age 7-12
Please note locations information:
All Early Childhood classes are at First Parish Church, 225 Boston Post Road (but enter from Cochituate Road), in the Youth Room.
All other classes are at Wayland School of Music, 304 Boston Post Road.
Early Childhood
Musical Beginnings Fall - Songs from the Apple Orchard
Musical Beginnings Winter - Songs to Keep You Warm!
Give your child the gift of beautiful music right from the start!
Saturdays, Fall 2024 session, 7 weeks: Sept 7 - Oct 26 (no class Oct 12)
Saturdays, Winter 2024 session, 7 weeks: Dec 7 - Feb 1 (no class Dec 28, Jan 18)
10:00 - 10:45 am - age 0 - 36 months years with a caregiver
Make music part of everyday life from the start, as you celebrate the cycling seasons with this multi-sensory class!
Children taste the joy of music and movement within the circle of your loving arms, through a fun fall/winter-inspired curriculum that includes "hello” songs, tickling, hiding, drumming, and more). Experience the wonderful world of music together, with activities for sensory and social stimulation that you can enjoy anywhere.
With instructor Ann Carroll Bundy, Early Childhood Faculty, Suzuki Faculty
Class size: minimum 4 child/caregiver pairs, maximum 10 child/caregiver pairs
Fee: $191 per 7-week session.
Location: First Parish Church, 225 Boston Post Road
Musical Explorers Fall - Songs from the Apple Orchard
Musical Explorers Winter - Songs to Keep You Warm!
Age-appropriate curriculum teaches the building blocks of musical language
Saturdays, Fall 2024 session, 7 weeks: Sept 7 - Oct 26 (no class Oct 12)
Saturdays, Winter 2024 session, 7 weeks: Dec 7 - Feb 1 (no class Dec 28, Jan 18)
9:00 - 9:45 am - age 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Celebrate the cycle of the seasons with simple instruments, rounds, rhymes, fingerplays, and songs from various cultures. Grow the love of music with our fall/winter-inspired curriculum, while strengthening auditory and language skills, gross and fine motor skills, and social/emotional development. Begin to understand the components of musical language - beat, rhythm, pitch, harmony, tempo, and dynamics - developing context and confidence for future instrument study.
With instructor Ann Carroll Bundy, Early Childhood Faculty, Suzuki Faculty
Class size: minimum 4 child/caregiver pairs, maximum 10 child/caregiver pairs
Fee: $191 per 7-week session.
Location: First Parish Church, 225 Boston Post Road
Instrument Explorers
For young children getting ready for formal instrument lessons, who have outgrown early childhood general classes
Saturdays, Fall 2024 session, 7 weeks: Sept 7 - Oct 26 (no class Oct 12)
Saturdays, Winter 2024 session, 7 weeks: Dec 7 - Feb 1 (no class Dec 28, Jan 18)
11:00 - 11:45 pm - age 4.5 - 6
Almost ready to start an instrument, but not sure which one? Students will meet piano, violin, viola, cello, flute and guitar, and will also learn some very basic music theory with hands-on games, singing and listening exercises.
Caregivers will learn about Suzuki music education for young children.
Please note: this class is for children who have outgrown early childhood general music classes, and are ready for next steps.
With instructor Ann Carroll Bundy, Early Childhood Faculty, Suzuki Faculty
Class size: minimum 4 student/caregiver pairs, maximum 10 student/caregiver pairs.
Children should already have taken a year of an early childhood general music classes or equivalent.
Fee: $227 for 7 week session.
Location: First Parish Church, 225 Boston Post Road
Young Children's Instrument Classes
Small Group Intro to Violin
Saturdays, Fall 2024 semester, 14 weeks: Sept 28 '24 - Feb 1 '25 (no class Oct 12, Nov 9, Nov 30, Dec 28, Jan 18)
1:00 - 1:45 - age 4 - 6 with a caregiver
Think your child is too young to learn violin? Think again! In our upbeat class, students get a great start on violin through creative, playful activities including games, movement and song. This class is based on the Suzuki method of music education, which has a 70-year history of success worldwide.
There’s plenty of individual attention in this small class, and no prior experience needed for child or caregiver - you’ll learn how to help your child. Class fee includes quality rental instrument for class and home use, sized to your child, plus book and CD to keep.
With Instructor Zoe Chau, Violin Faculty
Small Group Intro to Piano
Mondays, Fall 2024 semester, 15 weeks: Sept 9 '24 - Jan 27 '25 (no class Oct 14, Nov 11, Dec 16, 23, 30, Jan 20)
5:05 - 5:50 - age 6-7
Want your child to try out the keyboard and learn basic playing and reading skills, but not quite ready to commit to private piano lessons? Get a great start on the piano in this fun, relaxed class designed to engage and inspire!
Students begin with keyboard geography, simple 5-finger songs, rhythms, and beginning chords, in a relaxed setting including singing, movement and games. They’ll learn to play both by ear and by reading music, and to compose their own pieces.
Includes listening CD and practice CD with tracks for each week, music book, parent book, notation games pack, opportunities for composing, and more. Don’t have a keyboard? We’ll lend you a table-top one to get started (for a returnable deposit) and can advise you on purchase.
With instructor Mia Tsai, Piano Faculty
Small Group Intro to Guitar
Fridays, Fall 2024 semester, 15 weeks: Sept 27 '24 - Jan 31 '25 (no class Oct 11, Nov 29, Dec 27, Jan 3)
3:35 - 4:20 - age 6-7
Learn to play the acoustic guitar in a fun class designed to engage and inspire! Students build a sound technical foundation through simple tunes, rhythms, and ensemble playing, in a relaxed setting that includes singing, movement and games.
This class is based on the Suzuki method of music education, which has a 70-year history of success worldwide. Caregivers are strongly encouraged to attend so they can learn to help their child at home.
Includes a loaner acoustic guitar in appropriate size for child, plus book and CD to keep.
With instructor Francesco Barone, Guitar Faculty
Class size: minimum 3 students, maximum 6 students
Fee: $494 for 15-week semester, including a loaner guitar and footstool, plus book and CD to keep.
Location: Wayland School of Music, 304 Boston Post Road, Wayland
Vocal classes age 7- 18
Broadway Stars in the Making (Fall)
Unleash your inner performer!
Thursdays, Fall 2024: Sept 12 - Oct 24
6:00 - 7:00 - age 7 - 12
Join us on a magical journey through the enchanting world of Broadway! You’ll develop your singing, acting, and basic dance skills as we explore a variety of iconic Broadway numbers, from toe-tapping show tunes to heartfelt ballads.
You’ll get plenty of individual attention and support to help build your confidence and stage presence. Discover the magic of bringing musical theater to life, then invite family and friends to witness your transformation into a Broadway star! Min 5/Max 8 (? At end in other listings, if it matters…)
With instructor Nina Kasper, Voice Faculty and vocal coach for Angelina Greene, "America's Got Talent" Golden Buzzer Winner
Class size: minimum 4 students, maximum 8 students
Fee: $206 per 6-week session
Location: Wayland School of Music, 304 Boston Post Road, Wayland
Pop Sensations (Winter)
Bring your pop dreams to life!
Thursdays, Winter: Dec 5 - Jan 16 (no class Dec 26)
6:00 - 7:00 - age 7 - 12
Calling all young pop stars - get ready to embark on a musical adventure with friends who share your passion for singing and performing! Our electrifying class is specially designed for kids who dream of being part of a dynamic pop group.
Explore the world of harmonizing, blending your voices, and igniting the audience with your stage presence. We'll learn and perform some of the latest and greatest hits, so grab a microphone, gather your squad, and let's create unforgettable memories as we turn your pop star dreams into reality!
With instructor Nina Kasper, Voice Faculty and vocal coach for Angelina Greene, "America's Got Talent" Golden Buzzer Winner
Class size: minimum 4 students, maximum 8 students
Fee: $206 per 6-week session
Location: Wayland School of Music, 304 Boston Post Road, Wayland
Registration for all these classes is at the Wayland Recreation website (but you do NOT need to be a Wayland resident to sign up - they are open to all). Please go to their site, select "Winter Pre-School" or "Winter Youth Arts & Science", and scroll down the alphabetical list to find your class title as above.
