Missing one of our DC music classes and scheduling a Make-up

If you missed one of your scheduled music classes in Washington, DC, click here to visit the Make-up Scheduler. Mark yourself absent to open a spot for another family seeking a make-up.

Rules of our Center

Food, Drinks, and Toys: Please put them away during class, preferably securely outside of the classroom.

No running.

Sick kids: If your child has had a fever (100 degrees or more) or vomiting within 24 hours of class, please keep him or her home. Please exercise common sense when it comes to communicable illness.

Phones and cameras: We try to create an environment where music is the focus. Please turn all phones off and put them away during class to prevent disruptions. Pictures and video are NOT allowed during class. 

Sing with us: Adult participation is vital. You are your child’s most important role model in class!

Let your child move freely: If a child is old enough to move independently, please resist the urge to move her arms for her, or force him to stay on your lap. Young children learn best when given the freedom to experience music in their own way.

Nannies and au pairs: They are role models for children, and their participation is of utmost importance. We want them to know how much we value them. Please discuss the importance of their role with your caregivers and help us communicate if there are language issues. And please share these rules with them.

Extra children: Older siblings are welcome free of charge on school holidays (all DCPS closure dates). But if you wish to bring an extra child to other classes, please ask your teacher. If the class size can accommodate another child, the cost will be $20.

Extra adults: Music-making should be a family experience. Additional adult friends and family members are always welcome in class.

Switching classes: Sometimes friends have trouble being in the same class. You may switch to another class if this becomes a struggle you would like help with.

Inclement Weather: If I need to cancel a class I will post it on the homepage of this website, on my calendar page and also post on MotH. Since nearly everyone walks, I almost always have class. I will most likely attempt to hold class regardless of school closings for inclement weather. If the weather makes it too dangerous for you to attend please make the decision that is best for the safety of your family. If you have a scheduling conflict or a sickness during a particular week, please feel free to log in and visit the Make-Up link found on the Registration Page.

Vaccination Requirement: There is no vaccination requirement for our classes.

Masks: Masks are optional for participants unless mandated by the city. If a mask mandate returns, teachers will continue to NOT wear masks because of the exception granted to speakers and broadcasters. Each teacher teaching in an indoor space has been fully vaccinated+booster.

Classroom management of masks and social distancing: Teachers will not be policing masks or social distances among the children. We want everyone to feel safe but we also understand that children wander and explore and try to connect. Children will not be forced by the teachers to socially distance. They will be allowed to roam the space. If you feel that things are getting too close for your comfort during class, you can create a greater distance by standing up. The classrooms are also large enough that you can move out of the circle in order to create a greater distance for yourself. 

Class sizes: Class sizes are limited to 12 families.

Wellness Check: Before you leave home please do a self assessment and stay home if you or anyone in your household is showing any of the following symptoms: fever, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, chills, muscle pain, or new loss of taste or smell. Please stay home and schedule a make-up if you have been in close contact with anyone that has been diagnosed with COVID-19.

Sharing Instruments: Instruments and props will be available for use at your own risk for indoor classes only. Families who do not wish to use class instruments may bring their own. 

Indoor Class Cancelations: If local governments change COVID-19 protocols the director of this program may move classes outdoors or online at his discretion. There will be no refunds or credits due to moving outdoors or online. If someone tests positive that participated in a class the director may decide to move that class outdoors for one week. There will be no refunds.

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