Guilford classes

Early Childhood Classes - Guilford

Summer Early Childhood classes in Guilford begin the week of Monday, June 18. Classes are 6 weeks and run 45 minutes.

  • Teddy Bear Rhythms classes are $120, which includes a take-home CD and book.
  • Please note: The rate for non-Guilford residents is an addditional $10. 

​For directions to the the Nathanael B. Green Community Center in Guilford, see Locations & Contacts.


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Summer Class Descriptions

Teddy Bear Rhythms

Teddy Bear Rhythms is designed as a pre-Suzuki approach. It teaches very young children with small positive steps, as they would learn language, through listening, repetition and imitation.

Level 1 (Ages 6 months-2 years): Teddy Bear Rhythms foundation class takes the child from the “babble stage” to developing basic musical skills. The goal is to help young people feel comfortable in a group activity and confident of their bodies as they discover the joy of singing and moving to music. 

Day Time Fee Instructor  
Tuesdays, June 19 - July 24 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. $120 Gail Etter Register
Wednesdays, June 20 - August 1* *No class July 4. 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. $120 Gail Etter Register

Level 2 (Ages 2-4 years): This class expands the child’s basic musical skills. More challenging melodies, rhythmic patterns and movements are taught. Harmony is introduced with echo games and rounds. This class provides a wonderful opportunity for siblings to participate together with a parent.

Day Time Fee Instructor  
Tuesdays, June 19 - July 24 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. $120 Gail Etter Register
Wednesdays, June 20 - August 1* *No class July 4. 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. $120 Gail Etter Register

Making Music III, with parent 

Ages 24-36 months. A rich, language-based curriculum that is designed to foster early dramatic and imaginative play. New gross motor skills are explored, such as galloping and group circle dances. Early note reading and instrument orchestrations are developed. Musical phrasing and form are introduced. Parents or caretakers participate with their child.

Day Time Fee Instructor  
Mondays, June 18 - July 23   9:30 - 10:15 a.m. $120 Dorota Xeller Register

Making Music for 3 and 4 year olds, without parent 

Pitch, rhythm and beat keeping are expanded through stories, games and instrument play. A focus on gross motor skills continues with new movements, such as skipping, leaping and hopping. Note reading, staff exploration, beat keeping, pitch awareness and phrasing are all further expanded.

Day Time Fee Instructor  
Mondays, June 18 - July 23   10:30 - 11:15 a.m. $120 Dorota Xeller Register
Thursdays, June 21 - July 26 10 - 10:45 a.m. $120 Betsy Brauer Register