• Intro to the Art of Piano and Musicianship - Brains & Motion
  • Intro to the Art of Piano and Musicianship - Brains & Motion
  • Intro to the Art of Piano and Musicianship - Brains & Motion
  • Intro to the Art of Piano and Musicianship - Brains & Motion
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Nettelhorst Elementary School

Intro to the Art of Piano and Musicianship

Intro to the Art of Piano and Musicianship

  • For Grades 3-5
  • Fridays from to at 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM
  • No Class Dates:

Start your musical journey with basic keyboard fundamentals, techniques, and musicianship skills. Build a forever foundation for making music!

Notes:

  • Students will play both solo and together in ensembles. Please make sure you have a keyboard or piano at home.
  • Keyboards for class not included.
    • Casio A-81 Keyboard is suggested for class (headphones recommended).
  • Please make sure your child has a keyboard or piano to practice on at home.

Suggested book purchases:

Piano Adventures, Primer Level. Lesson Book  

Primer Level: Theory Book–Piano Adventures 

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  • About Intro to the Art of Piano and Musicianship

    ChicagoSMA provides quality, convenient, and customizable aftercare programs for children in schools and communities across the country. Children learn through creativity and music, and that’s why we are happy to bring our enrichment and music programming to schools near you.

  • Focus Areas

    THE PERFECT PLACE TO BEGIN MUSIC LESSONS
    We offer beginner programming for students of all ages. No matter what grade they’re in, it’s never too late to start your child in music education. If your child has taken lessons previously or are a more advanced musician, we have options for them to learn from professional artist-teachers to support their musical strengths and continue their learning.

Learning Outcomes

  • Musical Fundamentals

    Develop proper posture and basic playing technique.

  • Reading Music

    Read and interpret foundational musical notation.

  • Foster Creative Innovation

    Cultivate musicality and self-expression through performance.

Sample Lessons

These lessons offer a glimpse into the vibrant and expressive world of Music!

Rhythm Cup Challenge

This cooperative, hands-on game helps students internalize rhythms by using non-piano objects.

Music Mystery Word

This game turns note-reading practice into a fun, competitive challenge that reinforces note names.

Musical Improv

This activity encourages students to explore creativity and self-expression on the keyboard without the pressure of a perfectly-played piece.

"Frog and Snake" Note Race

This movement-based game reinforces white-key recognition in a physical and exciting way.

Musical Storytelling

This creative activity integrates dynamics, tempo, and other expressive elements into a storytelling narrative.

Course Format

Our curriculum is designed to blend the dynamic structure of afterschool programs with the proven 5E instructional model—Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, and Evaluate.

Each phase is crafted to captivate and retain student interest, fostering a seamless and enriched learning experience.

- We start with the "Engage Phase" to spark curiosity with captivating visuals and prompts.

- In the "Explore Phase," students set out on their educational journey with clear objectives, supported by an environment that embraces learning from mistakes.

- The "Explain Phase" delivers foundational knowledge that is often cross-curricular in nature.

- The "Elaborate Phase" involves hands-on projects and activities, with bonus crafts and literacy integrations.

- The journey culminates in the "Evaluate Phase," where students reflect on their achievements and connect their learning to real-world applications.

This structured yet flexible approach ensures every student benefits from a comprehensive, engaging, and reflective educational experience.

Our Instructors Are Our Top Asset

At BAM!, our vision for innovative K-8 education extends beyond just curriculum; it encompasses the educators who bring that curriculum to life. Selecting & training our educators is a continuous and meticulous process, ensuring they are not just equipped with subject matter expertise but also the skills to inspire and connect with students on a personal level.

  • 100% adult educators recruited from prestigious universities ( No CITs at BAM!)
  • Highly refined interview and background check process 
  • Extensive training that goes well beyond curriculum & classroom management
  • Ongoing year-round opportunities to teach in our summer camp. After-school, and structured recess programs.

We celebrate your success!

Upon the conclusion of your child's program, they will be presented with an official Brains & Motion Education certification.

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