WHO WE ARE
A solid music foundation sets the stage for a
lifetime of musical enjoyment, learning, and participation
OUR CLASSES
A solid music foundation sets the stage for a lifetime
of musical enjoyment, learning and participation.
Music Discovery is a unique two-year program, specifically designed for children ages 5-7 to develop a solid foundation of musical skills. The program is designed to support and enhance school readiness, and builds on children’s previous musical experiences, such as participation in ChIMES.
Music Discovery classes focus on the fundamentals of music literacy, rhythmic competency, and learning to sing in tune. The program is designed to be completed in two years, and the curriculum allows ample time for students to work together as a whole ensemble, in small groups, and as soloists.
Both the Year One and Year Two Music Discovery programs mirror the academic year and run from October through May (26 weeks, no classes during holidays and select dates).
MUSIC DISCOVERY: YEAR ONE (Registration Closed)
(October 2024 - May 2025)
Mondays, 4:00 – 4:45 p.m.
Liberty Station (2820 Roosevelt Rd.)
Teaching Artist: Mariana Jones
OR
Wednesdays, 3:00 – 3:45 p.m.
Liberty Station (2820 Roosevelt Rd.)
Teaching Artist: Mariana Jones
Cost: $715
The first year of the program is focused on musical learning such as note reading, part singing, and rhythmic activities, and introduces beginning terminology in music theory. Orff xylophones, hand drums, and other percussion instruments are used in every class.
Age Requirement: We recommend children are at least age 5 by the start date of the program in September (typically, children who would be going into kindergarten or first grade), but will consider children that will be turning 5 within a couple of months. Maximum age to start this first-year Music Discovery program is 7 years old.
MUSIC DISCOVERY: YEAR TWO (Registration Closed)
(October 2024 - May 2025)
Mondays, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Liberty Station (2820 Roosevelt Rd.)
Teaching Artist: Mariana Jones
OR
Wednesdays, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Liberty Station (2820 Roosevelt Rd.)
Teaching Artist: Mariana Jones
Cost: $715
The second year builds on the skills and concepts learned in Year One, and expands upon them with more in depth music theory, ear training, and ensemble work. Additionally, children are introduced to the families of musical instruments and gain hands-on exposure to orchestral instruments, setting the stage for them to join a musical ensemble, such as the KeyNote’s San Diego Youth Symphony program (for ages 7-8+)
Age Requirement: We recommend children are at least age 6 by the start date of the program in September (typically, children who would be going into first grade), but will consider children that will be turning 6 within a couple of months. Maximum age for Year Two Music Discovery program is 7.5 years old.
*It is highly encouraged that students applying for Year Two have completed Year One. For students who were not enrolled in Year One, we will consider applications based on previous music experience, and on a case-by-case basis.
Registration for the 2024-2025 year has now closed. Please join our email interest list to stay informed about future classes. If you have any questions, please email music-discovery@keynote-music.org.
MEET THE MUSIC DISCOVERY TEAM
Our creative, experienced team is passionate about helping your child
grow and develop
Mariana Jones
Mariana Jones
Music Discovery Teaching Artist
Mariana (Mari) Jones has been working with KeyNote since 2022 as an Opus and Early Childhood Program Assistant, ChIMES Teaching Artist, and Music Discovery Teaching Artist. Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, Mari came to San Diego to receive her BA in Theatre Arts and Performance Studies from the University of San Diego, where she pursued a minor in Comprehensive Music, and spent much of her time singing, playing piccolo, dancing baile folklórico, and acting.
Over the last few years, Mari has been working in music education and devoting her time towards connecting with her Mexican heritage, and her passions for applied theatre and border advocacy. She has been studying and practicing theatre of the oppressed and community music applications to connect and work with those affected by the border crisis in Tijuana and San Diego.
Mari has always looked up to her mother, who works in early childhood education, and she is excited to be following in her footsteps and teaching with ChIMES and Music Discovery.
Kate Battenfeld
Kate Battenfeld
Early Childhood Program Manager
Sarah Williams
Sarah Williams
Early Childhood Program Coordinator
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