Early Childhood
Give your child a world of possibilities
Atagan Music Studios uses the Musikgarten curriculum for our Early Childhood music classes. These classes are designed to nurture the child’s music aptitude by engaging children and their families in singing and movement activities, which help attune the ear, refine the voice, and develop a rhythmic body.
Additionally, instrumental activities are part of the program, ranging from playing simple rhythm instruments such as sticks and drums for babies and toddlers to playing keyboards for older children.
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Saturday May 9, 2026
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St. John's in Wilmette
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Family Music for Babies
(Newborns - 18 Months)
All babies are born with an aptitude for music. But research shows that their aptitude diminishes if it is not nurtured. The best way to nurture a child's music aptitude is through active music making. By singing and dancing for and with our children in a variety of tonalities, meters and styles we are helping our children reach their full music potential.
Activities include singing, bouncing songs, rocking songs, dances, finger plays, body awareness games and echoes.
Family Music for Toddlers
(16 Months - 3 years)
This class is designed to bring the joy of music and movement to toddlers and their caregivers.
Activities include singing, dancing, focused listening and simple instrument playing, creating an environment in which the child's music aptitude is nurtured and skills are developed.
Cycle of Seasons
(Ages 3s and Young 4s)
This class is designed to nurture the emergent independence of the 3 and young 4 year old.
Activities include lots of singing, chants and rhymes, listening games, patterns to echo, and movement games, all of which nurture the child's musical development while satisfying the child's need to learn in a holistic environment.
Want private lessons for you and your child? Learn more about our Little Overtures lessons.