Music Together Scissortail Songbirds Class Policies

Refunds/Cancelations

• Prior to the first class a full refund will be given minus a $10 processing fee
• No refunds will be given after the first class

Make Up Classes

Classes must be made up within the current session. No refunds will be given for missed classes. Please schedule make up classes online by clicking here or contact me by email or text.

Food and Drink

Food or drink is not allowed in class. Babies may be nursed or given a bottle as needed during class.

Inclement Weather

Classes will be canceled due to severe weather on a case by case basis. Please check your email or texts for a notification or call/text me. If a class is canceled due to weather we will add a class to the end of the session or you may choose to attend another class by clicking here.

Wellness Policy

Hands must be washed before class. If you or your child are exhibiting symptoms of illness please stay home and schedule a make up class by clicking here.

Photos and Videos

Please do not take pictures or videos during class. We can get instruments out for a quick picture after class. Please be sure to get caregiver's permission before posting any pictures online.

Visitors and Siblings

Both parents and grandparents are always welcome in class! Siblings over the age of 6 are also welcome to come free of charge as long as they are not a distraction. Other siblings or little visitors are allowed to attend on occassion due to reasons such as school closings with permission from the director. Arrangments must be made in advance as soon as possible or drop-in fees may be assessed.

*Class policies will vary slightly depending on location. An email with your location's policies will be sent prior to the first class.

Frequently Asked Questions

As a parent, what is my role in class?

Sing, dance, and have fun! You might be surprised to hear that you are your child's most important music teacher right now—and it doesn't matter whether you think of yourself as a great singer or dancer. Young children develop dispositions for certain behaviors, including learning to love music, by observing and imitating their loved ones. Simply by participating enthusiastically during class and playing with the ideas at home, you'll give your children the modeling they need to learn to love to make music. Please wait to socialize or use your cell phone until after class and instead help us create a music-only environment.

What's expected of my child in class?

At Music Together^®, children are never required to sit in the circle or expected to conform to an adult's idea of participation. We know that children learn differently from adults. They learn instinctively and constantly, through observation, interactions with adults and older children, and through imitation, play, and, especially, movement. One hallmark of Music Together is the insight that children will naturally develop music ability simply when they are immersed in a community of families all making music.

Children's responses depend on their most dominant learning style and temperament as well as their age and developmental level. Some might follow the teacher right away. Many will simply want to watch and absorb, particularly in the first few weeks of class. Some might crawl or toddle around; others are stimulated by the music and respond more actively, running, jumping, or dancing. All are perfectly natural responses to the new, musically rich environment. Throughout the semester, your teacher will help you tune in to how your child learns best so you can support their music development in class and at home. Feel free to ask if you have questions!

How should we use the Music Together^® materials?

Play your songs frequently, especially during the first few weeks of class. Make the music available for your child to listen to while she is playing or before nap or bedtime. Create your Music Together account and download the Music Together app for digital versions of the songs and more activity ideas to try! 

Use the songbook to help you learn the songs and get new musical activities to use at home. If you play an instrument and want to play along, the music notation is available in the Family Music Zone^®  (Always wanted to learn an instrument? Check out our Guitar Class for Grownups!) Try using the songbook at storytime!

What is the class size?

Each class has between 6 and 12 registered children, plus their caregiver(s).

What if I start classes after the semester begins?

Scissortail Songbirds welcomes families at any point during the semester! Tuition will be prorated and calculated on a case by case basis.

Why aren't there classes for specific age groups?

Classes with children of different ages have intellectual and social benefits for both younger and older children. In fact, it's the learning environment recommended by many early childhood researchers. Older children learn empathy and awareness of others, while developing leadership qualities and gaining self-confidence. Younger children learn by imitating the older ones and often show more complex behaviors earlier than usual. Even babies benefit by being in an environment that gives them lots of opportunities to observe the behavior of children of varying ages. Plus, it allows everyone—siblings, parents, grandparents, caregivers—to share in the musical experience together!

Do you offer gift certificates?

Gift certificates toward classes can be purchased at any time. They make fabulous baby shower, birthday, or holiday gifts. Please contact us if you’re interested in purchasing one.