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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I register for classes?
Please check our class schedule and register online with a credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover). We do not accept checks or credit cards over the phone. Read about our rates and sibling discounts.
Please check our class schedule and register online with a credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover). We do not accept checks or credit cards over the phone. Read about our rates and sibling discounts.
What if I'm not sure your program is a good fit for my child?
Schedule a drop-in and find out why our families love Music Together of San Francisco. Demo lasses are scheduled online only. Children with special needs are always welcome in our classes.
Schedule a drop-in and find out why our families love Music Together of San Francisco. Demo lasses are scheduled online only. Children with special needs are always welcome in our classes.
What happens if I register and then miss a class?
If you need to miss a class, you may schedule a makeup class via our online makeup scheduler. Please go to our make up page for full details.
If you need to miss a class, you may schedule a makeup class via our online makeup scheduler. Please go to our make up page for full details.
Do you allow regular drop-ins?
Yes. Although our program is best experienced over the course of a semester in order to build a sense of community within the class, we do accommodate families who are interested in dropping in. Drop-ins cost more per class, are limited to 3 per semester, and are unavailable for classes that are at or near capacity but are a useful option for families who may be visiting San Francisco, who know they will be gone for most of the semester, or who may be joining us late in the semester. Click here to learn more about our rules & pricing.
Yes. Although our program is best experienced over the course of a semester in order to build a sense of community within the class, we do accommodate families who are interested in dropping in. Drop-ins cost more per class, are limited to 3 per semester, and are unavailable for classes that are at or near capacity but are a useful option for families who may be visiting San Francisco, who know they will be gone for most of the semester, or who may be joining us late in the semester. Click here to learn more about our rules & pricing.
What if my child gets sick during the semester?
A runny nose with mucus that is not clear, or a fever within 48 hours before class is a sign that your child is contagious. Please keep them at home and schedule a makeup class.
What do you do in class?
Our classes are 45 minutes of nonstop fun! Adults and children sing , move, and play various instruments. It's a great time to connect with your child through music. Our songs are easy for parents and caregivers to sing, regardless of their own musical ability. No prior musical experience is needed.
Our classes are 45 minutes of nonstop fun! Adults and children sing , move, and play various instruments. It's a great time to connect with your child through music. Our songs are easy for parents and caregivers to sing, regardless of their own musical ability. No prior musical experience is needed.
What kind of instruments do you use?
We have a wide variety of unpitched instruments such as drums, triangles, tamborines, bells, shakers and rhythm sticks. That way, children never feel they are playing a "wrong" note and can join in however they like. We also use chime bars pitched to match the songs and we dance with scarves and other props. The teachers may play keyboard, guitar, flute, recorder, banjo, accordion, sruti, autoharp, or another instrument to accompany the songs. They also use some recorded selections.
We have a wide variety of unpitched instruments such as drums, triangles, tamborines, bells, shakers and rhythm sticks. That way, children never feel they are playing a "wrong" note and can join in however they like. We also use chime bars pitched to match the songs and we dance with scarves and other props. The teachers may play keyboard, guitar, flute, recorder, banjo, accordion, sruti, autoharp, or another instrument to accompany the songs. They also use some recorded selections.
What is the age range of the classes?
We serve children from newborn to 5 years of age, and offer both Mixed Age and Babies Classes.
We serve children from newborn to 5 years of age, and offer both Mixed Age and Babies Classes.
How many children are in each class?
There is normally a maximum of 12 children enrolled in each class. Occasionally there may be one or two extra families doing a demo or making up a missed class. Each child or set of siblings is accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
There is normally a maximum of 12 children enrolled in each class. Occasionally there may be one or two extra families doing a demo or making up a missed class. Each child or set of siblings is accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
My child is unlikely to sit still for 45 minutes!
Our classes maintain an informal atmosphere. We don't expect children this young to sit still through a whole class. Normally we have about 3 or 4 activities during the class where we all get up and move around the room. All children are free to wander about the circle or around the room during the class. Parents can re-engage their children and bring them back to the circle at any time.
Our classes maintain an informal atmosphere. We don't expect children this young to sit still through a whole class. Normally we have about 3 or 4 activities during the class where we all get up and move around the room. All children are free to wander about the circle or around the room during the class. Parents can re-engage their children and bring them back to the circle at any time.
Can I bring my husband or another family member to class?
Additional adult family members are welcome to attend with a registered child. They should be prepared to participate actively, not just watch.
Additional adult family members are welcome to attend with a registered child. They should be prepared to participate actively, not just watch.
Do you have a sibling discount?
Yes. Babies under 8 months of age at the start of class may attend free with a paid sibling. Find discounts for older siblings here.
Yes. Babies under 8 months of age at the start of class may attend free with a paid sibling. Find discounts for older siblings here.
Do you sing the same songs every week?
No. Each week we sing about 10-12 songs from a 25-30 song collection. So each week children hear mostly familiar songs with a few new ones until we've covered the whole collection.
No. Each week we sing about 10-12 songs from a 25-30 song collection. So each week children hear mostly familiar songs with a few new ones until we've covered the whole collection.
Do you sing the same songs each semester?
No. There are 9 different collections so families can take the course for 3 years and not repeat same curriculum.
No. There are 9 different collections so families can take the course for 3 years and not repeat same curriculum.
How many classes are in a semester?
The Winter, Spring or Fall semesters are usually 10, 11, or 12 weeks long. The Summer semester is usually 7, 8, or 9 weeks long.
The Winter, Spring or Fall semesters are usually 10, 11, or 12 weeks long. The Summer semester is usually 7, 8, or 9 weeks long.
If I start late, can you prorate the session?
Yes, upon checkout, your final price will reflect a refund for the prorated amount for any classes you missed before you signed up.
Yes, upon checkout, your final price will reflect a refund for the prorated amount for any classes you missed before you signed up.
Can I enroll any time during a semester?
Yes. While the intimate creative energy that fosters learning in our program develops over the course of a semester, a family's eagerness to participate allows us to have them join an existing class seamlessly, so we allow families to join at any point in the semester for a prorated price based on when they sign up.
Yes. While the intimate creative energy that fosters learning in our program develops over the course of a semester, a family's eagerness to participate allows us to have them join an existing class seamlessly, so we allow families to join at any point in the semester for a prorated price based on when they sign up.
I missed some classes last semester, but I didn't have time to make them up. Can I take those makeups during the current semester even though I'm not enrolled?
Unfortunately, we don't have enough slots in our classes to allow families who aren't enrolled in the current semester to take makeups for classes missed during a previous semester. The fact is we don't have the resources to track every family's absences, so our makeup scheduler is based on the honor system. By reserving our makeup scheduler exclusively for currently-registered families, we make it easier to find available slots for families who want to demo, make up, or drop in on a class. If you are enrolled in the current semester, however, and missed some classes in the previous semester, you can take those makeups using your current enrollment's allotted makeups.
Why do I need the materials?
Your registration fee includes materials that are rotated over a 3-year period. They provide a rich continuity to your child's classroom experience. Children love to hear the songs again at home or in the car. The song collections are chosen carefully from around the world and are updated periodically so it is essential that new materials are taken each semester.
Your registration fee includes materials that are rotated over a 3-year period. They provide a rich continuity to your child's classroom experience. Children love to hear the songs again at home or in the car. The song collections are chosen carefully from around the world and are updated periodically so it is essential that new materials are taken each semester.
Why don't you allow cell phone use in class?
We want to create the best possible learning environment for your child, and respect the privacy of all children and adults who attend our classes. Class time provides a chance to forget other obligations and simply sing and move with your loved-one.
We want to create the best possible learning environment for your child, and respect the privacy of all children and adults who attend our classes. Class time provides a chance to forget other obligations and simply sing and move with your loved-one.
What is your cancellation policy?
You may cancel your registration for any reason up to 48 hours before your first class. You will be refunded your tuition minus a $40 cancellation fee. We regret we cannot offer any refunds after that period.
You may cancel your registration for any reason up to 48 hours before your first class. You will be refunded your tuition minus a $40 cancellation fee. We regret we cannot offer any refunds after that period.
What is your privacy policy?
We may use your personal information for our own internal business purposes. We will not sell your personal information to any third parties.
We may use your personal information for our own internal business purposes. We will not sell your personal information to any third parties.
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