What is Rhythm Kids® ?

Rhythm Kids is an immersive, experiential music education program in which children ages 4–8 years complete primary music development (and attain Basic Music Competence) and enter what might be called “secondary music development.” In this stage, children develop Applied Music Competence— through drumming, movement, and singing—and begin their journey to basic/ functional music literacy.

Rhythm Kids classes follow the best-practices, whole-child, educational approach recommended for children through age 8, where learning is scaffolded within a play-based, musical community. A drum is the ideal “first instrument”—its inherent accessibility offers deep layers of learning, and the “cool factor” gives children

the desire to play, opening the door to experiencing a sense of accomplishment quickly. As children explore drumming patterns and songs from around the world, they learn about music, develop confidence as autonomous music makers, and discover how rhythm connects us all.