About
Music Together is a research-based early childhood music and movement program for children from birth through kindergarten, and the grownups who love them. Rhythm Kids is geared towards early elementary-aged children. For more information, please visit www.musictogether.com.
All classes are currently held outdoors. Fall classes will be held in Cedarburg, Sheboygan, & West Bend.
Music Together is a research-based early childhood music and movement program for children from birth through kindergarten, and the grownups who love them. Rhythm Kids is geared towards early elementary-aged children. For more information, please visit www.musictogether.com.
All classes are currently held outdoors. Fall classes will be held in Cedarburg, Sheboygan, & West Bend.
Fall semester registration is OPEN!!
The “Fiddle” semester will run 8 weeks and will start the week of August 30th. Classes will continue to meet outdoors. The spring & summer outdoor classes have been remarkable! All four summer Cedarburg classes filled quite quickly... Register early to ensure your space!
Join us for the Fiddle Song Collection this Fall!
You’ll learn twenty-five beloved Music Together songs and activities you can recreate at home. During the chant “Sounds of Fall” your child will be mesmerized as the class expresses the sound and movement of leaves falling and birds chirping and flying. In “Old King Cole” you will don the persona of the King, Queen, Prince, Princess, and Baby as you sing, drum, and fiddle together. In addition to your weekly classes, your tuition includes recordings and materials for you to use at home, online access to the songs through the Hello Everybody app, and a family newsletter full of resources and music-making ideas. This semester, we will also be celebrating the International Day of Peace with a very special Music Together Around the World party and you are invited!
About the Illustrators
Read more about Jaime Kim on her website: https://www.jaimekim.com.
See more of Gerald Kelley's work on his website: https://www.geraldkelley.com
FALL
Cedarburg - Faith Lutheran Church
Tuesdays 9am (Aug. 31st - Oct. 26th) - no class Sept. 28th
Tuesdays 10:15am (Aug. 31st - Oct. 26th) - no class Sept. 28th
Wednesdays 9am (Sept. 1st - Oct. 27th) - no class Sept. 22nd
Wednesdays 10:15am (Sept. 1st - Oct. 27th) - no class Sept. 22nd
Saturdays 10:15am (Sept. 4th - Oct. 30th) - no class Sept. 25th
*more classes will be added if these fill - check back often for current schedule
Sheboygan - Lakeside Music
Mondays 2pm (Aug. 30th - Nov. 1st) - no class Sept. 6th or 27th
West Bend - Wellspring Organic Farm
Fridays 11am (Sept. 3rd - Oct. 29th) - no class Sept. 24th
Fall "Fiddle" Semester
Tuition includes:
Classes are for ages 0-5 years with a caregiver. Children will learn basic music competence through song, dance, and instrument play, setting the foundation for a lifetime love of music. Adults will enjoy letting loose with their little music maker(s), while fostering new friendships within the community. Ms. Kat met some of her best friends while attending Music Together classes. You can too! :)
Space is limited to 9 families.
Outdoor music classes pose the least amount of risk per the current research on singing and aerosols, from the International Coalition of Performing Arts, which is supported by over 125 organizations who want music making to take place safely. While I will be doing all I can to reduce the risk of virus exposure, there is still some risk to attending in-person class, and families will be asked to sign a waiver accepting responsibility for this risk.
The appropriate COVID precautions will be taken per the ongoing research, CDC, health department advice, and the requirements of the host locations. Families will have their blankets spaced six feet apart. If off of the blanket for a large movement activity, please try to be mindful of your neighbors, and keep space to the best of your ability. Masks are optional, as we only meet outdoors at this time.
Tuition is $140 for one child. Siblings are: an additional: $60 for the first sibling and $35 for each additional sibling thereafter. Children eight months and under at the start of the semester are free with a paid sibling.
Tuition is non-refundable. In case of inclement weather, classes will be postponed one week. Two weeks will be added on to the end of the semester to account for potential class cancellations related to weather. I have held about 40 outdoor classes as of mid-July and have only had to postpone class a few times. While some of the hosting locations have ample space to have class indoors, this option is not supported by the current research. This will be re-evaluated in fall, based on what the research is showing at that time.
Instruments will be provided by Ms. Kat, and will be disinfected after class with a non-toxic, foodsafe cleaner (Benefect) and stored in sealed bins until the next class. There are also quality instrument sets available for purchase through the shop's website (Lakeside Music), if you wish to bring your own instruments, or have some for jamming at home. The purchased sets will be given out on the first day of class. When in-person indoors classes were held prior to the pandemic, many families had asked to purchase some of the goods we used in class to jam with at home - now you can!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
The “Fiddle” semester will run 8 weeks and will start the week of August 30th. Classes will continue to meet outdoors. The spring & summer outdoor classes have been remarkable! All four summer Cedarburg classes filled quite quickly... Register early to ensure your space!
Join us for the Fiddle Song Collection this Fall!
You’ll learn twenty-five beloved Music Together songs and activities you can recreate at home. During the chant “Sounds of Fall” your child will be mesmerized as the class expresses the sound and movement of leaves falling and birds chirping and flying. In “Old King Cole” you will don the persona of the King, Queen, Prince, Princess, and Baby as you sing, drum, and fiddle together. In addition to your weekly classes, your tuition includes recordings and materials for you to use at home, online access to the songs through the Hello Everybody app, and a family newsletter full of resources and music-making ideas. This semester, we will also be celebrating the International Day of Peace with a very special Music Together Around the World party and you are invited!
About the Illustrators
Read more about Jaime Kim on her website: https://www.jaimekim.com.
See more of Gerald Kelley's work on his website: https://www.geraldkelley.com
FALL
Cedarburg - Faith Lutheran Church
Tuesdays 9am (Aug. 31st - Oct. 26th) - no class Sept. 28th
Tuesdays 10:15am (Aug. 31st - Oct. 26th) - no class Sept. 28th
Wednesdays 9am (Sept. 1st - Oct. 27th) - no class Sept. 22nd
Wednesdays 10:15am (Sept. 1st - Oct. 27th) - no class Sept. 22nd
Saturdays 10:15am (Sept. 4th - Oct. 30th) - no class Sept. 25th
*more classes will be added if these fill - check back often for current schedule
Sheboygan - Lakeside Music
Mondays 2pm (Aug. 30th - Nov. 1st) - no class Sept. 6th or 27th
West Bend - Wellspring Organic Farm
Fridays 11am (Sept. 3rd - Oct. 29th) - no class Sept. 24th
Fall "Fiddle" Semester
Tuition includes:
- 8 weekly 45-minute in-person, outdoor classes
- Access to your music through the award-winning Hello Everybody App
- A hard copy of the Music Together songbook and cd
- A super fun way to build community and make social connections
Classes are for ages 0-5 years with a caregiver. Children will learn basic music competence through song, dance, and instrument play, setting the foundation for a lifetime love of music. Adults will enjoy letting loose with their little music maker(s), while fostering new friendships within the community. Ms. Kat met some of her best friends while attending Music Together classes. You can too! :)
Space is limited to 9 families.
Outdoor music classes pose the least amount of risk per the current research on singing and aerosols, from the International Coalition of Performing Arts, which is supported by over 125 organizations who want music making to take place safely. While I will be doing all I can to reduce the risk of virus exposure, there is still some risk to attending in-person class, and families will be asked to sign a waiver accepting responsibility for this risk.
The appropriate COVID precautions will be taken per the ongoing research, CDC, health department advice, and the requirements of the host locations. Families will have their blankets spaced six feet apart. If off of the blanket for a large movement activity, please try to be mindful of your neighbors, and keep space to the best of your ability. Masks are optional, as we only meet outdoors at this time.
Tuition is $140 for one child. Siblings are: an additional: $60 for the first sibling and $35 for each additional sibling thereafter. Children eight months and under at the start of the semester are free with a paid sibling.
Tuition is non-refundable. In case of inclement weather, classes will be postponed one week. Two weeks will be added on to the end of the semester to account for potential class cancellations related to weather. I have held about 40 outdoor classes as of mid-July and have only had to postpone class a few times. While some of the hosting locations have ample space to have class indoors, this option is not supported by the current research. This will be re-evaluated in fall, based on what the research is showing at that time.
Instruments will be provided by Ms. Kat, and will be disinfected after class with a non-toxic, foodsafe cleaner (Benefect) and stored in sealed bins until the next class. There are also quality instrument sets available for purchase through the shop's website (Lakeside Music), if you wish to bring your own instruments, or have some for jamming at home. The purchased sets will be given out on the first day of class. When in-person indoors classes were held prior to the pandemic, many families had asked to purchase some of the goods we used in class to jam with at home - now you can!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Rhythm Kids
**If there is enough interest, I will offer Rhythm Kids in fall*
The Alligator Collection includes drumming patterns inspired by "Kakilambe," a mask-dance song performed annually by the Baga people of Guinea to celebrate life and the growth of crops. We'll clap, stomp, and drum along to the lively beat of "Let Me Hear You" and do some zydeco line dancing in "Alligator Zydeco." And "Alligator Slide" will give us a chance to experience a day in the life of an alligator. All 18 selections in this collection have been chosen and arranged specifically to support your child's music development.
--class would tentatively meet on Friday early afternoon or at 4:15pm on a different weekday, for 45 minutes
--please email: musictogetherwithkat@gmail.com if interested
Designed specifically for pre-K and early elementary students, Rhythm Kids classes tap into how children this age are wired to learn, with music games, rhythmic stories, and lots of high energy fun!
Children will play drumming patterns from all around the world, made accessible by first learning them through spoken rhythms with animal themes.
Classes are geared towards children aged 4-7 years, with or without a caregiver present. Children who have not previously taken a group music class who are five or under, will benefit from taking Music Together prior to taking Rhythm Kids.
Ms. Kat will provide all instruments beyond a djembe drum. A djembe can be purchased through her shop - Lakeside Music with a 10% student discount. The drum must be brought to each class.
Tuition is $140 for the first child, and $60 for a sibling, for an eight-week semester. Tuition is non-refundable. In the event of inclement weather, class will be postponed by a week. Two weeks will be added on to the end of the semester to account for potential weather postponements.
Tuition includes:
*45-minute weekly high-energy interactive class
*songbook
*cd and digital access to the semester’s music
*drumming videos by Rhythm Kids’ founder, Tom Foote
The Alligator Collection includes drumming patterns inspired by "Kakilambe," a mask-dance song performed annually by the Baga people of Guinea to celebrate life and the growth of crops. We'll clap, stomp, and drum along to the lively beat of "Let Me Hear You" and do some zydeco line dancing in "Alligator Zydeco." And "Alligator Slide" will give us a chance to experience a day in the life of an alligator. All 18 selections in this collection have been chosen and arranged specifically to support your child's music development.
--class would tentatively meet on Friday early afternoon or at 4:15pm on a different weekday, for 45 minutes
--please email: musictogetherwithkat@gmail.com if interested
Designed specifically for pre-K and early elementary students, Rhythm Kids classes tap into how children this age are wired to learn, with music games, rhythmic stories, and lots of high energy fun!
Children will play drumming patterns from all around the world, made accessible by first learning them through spoken rhythms with animal themes.
Classes are geared towards children aged 4-7 years, with or without a caregiver present. Children who have not previously taken a group music class who are five or under, will benefit from taking Music Together prior to taking Rhythm Kids.
Ms. Kat will provide all instruments beyond a djembe drum. A djembe can be purchased through her shop - Lakeside Music with a 10% student discount. The drum must be brought to each class.
Tuition is $140 for the first child, and $60 for a sibling, for an eight-week semester. Tuition is non-refundable. In the event of inclement weather, class will be postponed by a week. Two weeks will be added on to the end of the semester to account for potential weather postponements.
Tuition includes:
*45-minute weekly high-energy interactive class
*songbook
*cd and digital access to the semester’s music
*drumming videos by Rhythm Kids’ founder, Tom Foote
Faith Community Pathways at Faith Lutheran Church
N35W6621 Wilson Ave.
Cedarburg, WI
There is a large parking lot.
We will meet near the natural play area.
You are free to play after class or hike on the premises.
N35W6621 Wilson Ave.
Cedarburg, WI
There is a large parking lot.
We will meet near the natural play area.
You are free to play after class or hike on the premises.
Check out this natural play area at the Cedarburg location!
Lakeside Music
809 S. 8th St.
Sheboygan, WI
*Photo coming soon!
Class takes place on the green space behind Lakeside Music.
Please park in one of the public lots, either on the same side of the road or across the street (same lot as Weather Center Cafe).
809 S. 8th St.
Sheboygan, WI
*Photo coming soon!
Class takes place on the green space behind Lakeside Music.
Please park in one of the public lots, either on the same side of the road or across the street (same lot as Weather Center Cafe).
Wellspring Organic Farm & Education Center
4382 Hickory Road
West Bend, WI
Please park in the gravel parking lot.
Watch out for ducks. :)
4382 Hickory Road
West Bend, WI
Please park in the gravel parking lot.
Watch out for ducks. :)
Who is the face behind Music Together with Lakeside Music?
Meet Ms. Kat. Please excuse the bedhead…
I am “Mama” to a rambunctious little lady and the sweetest, kindest, coolest first grader (first grade..😳…I still can’t believe it) imaginable. My husband is my best friend, and the absolute greatest dance partner.
I have been making music since the age of five, starting with piano. I took a pause as I navigated my way through early adult life, but then about nine years ago, I decided to have my old acoustic restrung at the local music shop. The owner of the shop restrung my guitar, and my heart, and now we have three small music shops, two beautiful kids, and a crazy puppers named Banjo.
I have been leading Music Together classes for almost three years. First out of my Port shop, then virtual, and now outdoors at several locations. Combining music with nature has been a remarkable experience. Being outside is definitely my happy place. Hiking, camping, gardening, exploring new places, kayaking, walking, birding… I love it all. That being said, outdoor classes definitely are my jam!
Why did I start leading classes?
Community. It is all about community. With my son, I had some severe postpartum depression. My husband was diagnosed with NHL (cancer) when our little dude was three- months old. This was a tumultuous time for our family. When we were able to “come out of our cave” as I will call it, Music Together was one of the first activities we did. It was, and is, amazing. Four years ago, my son and I met some of our best friends in these classes. His best bud in kinder, he met through MT. Her mama is one of my best friends.
Long story short, music heals. Music brings people together. Music lets people express themselves. My music classes promote being silly, having fun, letting loose, making friends, sharing laughs, all while learning basic music competence. The classes give you 45 minutes (or 55 minutes as my time management skills this semester were way off…I can get carried away when having a good time…😂) of time spent with your little person(s), with no technology, no looming work deadlines, no piles of laundry in sight…
Just you and yours having fun, building community, and setting your child off on the right path to developing a lifelong love for music.
Ok. Ok. I ramble.
Oh. And I am in grad school pursuing a master’s on the family nurse practitioner tract. I aspire to have my own practice after graduation, helping families find their personal path to wellness. I have a special place in my heart for home hospice. I hope to see patients from newborn to end-of-life, in my office and in their homes. When I was a home hospice nurse, all of my patients received music therapy. Music heals on so many levels. 🌱
Meet Ms. Kat. Please excuse the bedhead…
I am “Mama” to a rambunctious little lady and the sweetest, kindest, coolest first grader (first grade..😳…I still can’t believe it) imaginable. My husband is my best friend, and the absolute greatest dance partner.
I have been making music since the age of five, starting with piano. I took a pause as I navigated my way through early adult life, but then about nine years ago, I decided to have my old acoustic restrung at the local music shop. The owner of the shop restrung my guitar, and my heart, and now we have three small music shops, two beautiful kids, and a crazy puppers named Banjo.
I have been leading Music Together classes for almost three years. First out of my Port shop, then virtual, and now outdoors at several locations. Combining music with nature has been a remarkable experience. Being outside is definitely my happy place. Hiking, camping, gardening, exploring new places, kayaking, walking, birding… I love it all. That being said, outdoor classes definitely are my jam!
Why did I start leading classes?
Community. It is all about community. With my son, I had some severe postpartum depression. My husband was diagnosed with NHL (cancer) when our little dude was three- months old. This was a tumultuous time for our family. When we were able to “come out of our cave” as I will call it, Music Together was one of the first activities we did. It was, and is, amazing. Four years ago, my son and I met some of our best friends in these classes. His best bud in kinder, he met through MT. Her mama is one of my best friends.
Long story short, music heals. Music brings people together. Music lets people express themselves. My music classes promote being silly, having fun, letting loose, making friends, sharing laughs, all while learning basic music competence. The classes give you 45 minutes (or 55 minutes as my time management skills this semester were way off…I can get carried away when having a good time…😂) of time spent with your little person(s), with no technology, no looming work deadlines, no piles of laundry in sight…
Just you and yours having fun, building community, and setting your child off on the right path to developing a lifelong love for music.
Ok. Ok. I ramble.
Oh. And I am in grad school pursuing a master’s on the family nurse practitioner tract. I aspire to have my own practice after graduation, helping families find their personal path to wellness. I have a special place in my heart for home hospice. I hope to see patients from newborn to end-of-life, in my office and in their homes. When I was a home hospice nurse, all of my patients received music therapy. Music heals on so many levels. 🌱
