Music for Young Children in King Township

Music for Young Children was developed in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia by Francis Balodis in 1980. The goal was to create a program that would fulfill the need for quality music education for young children. Today, MYC has more than 24,000 students annually, 900 teachers and is taught on 3 continents. The core MYC programs are Sunshine (starting age 3-5), Sunbeams (starting age 5-6) and Moonbeams (starting age 7-9). The children meet in small groups, in their own age category, once a week far an hour, accompanied by an adult (parent, guardian or caregiver) who participates the program. Based around group keyboard lessons, we include singing, creative movement, theory, rhythm ensembles, composition and more. The program lasts for 3 - 5 years, depending on the age of the child. Each year consists of a progressive curriculum. The Sunrise program (starting age 2-3) helps children develop listening awareness, fine motor skills, attention span and social skills. Puppets, songs and games guide the development of singing, rhythm and ear training skills. The Sunrise program is presented in 10 week blocks of weekly 45 minute lessons. Like all MYC children's programs, an significant adult shares this fun experience with each child. Bridget Butt, in King City and Karen Kastner, in Nobleton, are both excited to present this fun and effective approach to music education. Bridget may be contacted at: 905-539-0140 myc.kingcity@yahoo.ca myc.com/teacher/BButt Karen may be contacted at: 905-859-7844 keystomusicjoy@gmail.com myc.com/teacher/KKastner