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 September through May (28 weeks, no classes during holidays and select dates).
MUSIC DISCOVERY: YEAR ONE
(September 2026 - May 2027)
Location: Early Childhood Studio, Liberty Station (2820 Roosevelt Rd.) | Cost: $785
Tuesdays, 3:30 - 4:15 p.m.
Wednesdays, 3:00 – 3:45 p.m.
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
(September 2026 - May 2027)
Location: Early Childhood Studio, Liberty Station (2820 Roosevelt Rd.) | Cost: $785
Tuesdays, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Wednesdays, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.
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 2026-2027 year will be announced soon. 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
Briana Mossman
Briana Mossman
Early Childhood On-Site Programs Manager
Charlie Perkes
Charlie Perkes
ChIMES & Music Discovery Teaching Artist
Born and raised in the Rocky Mountains of Wyoming, Charlie Perkes comes from a strong musical family. He was accepted into the United States Army Band as a bassist and while in the Army, he studied at the Department of Defense School of Music.
After completing four years in the Army Band, he joined his wife in the Navy Band, where they completed a four-year tour of duty performing all over Europe and Africa. His next tour to Japan was for four years, performing all over Southeast Asia.
Charlie plays the bass, cello and ukulele. He teaches both ChIMES and Music Discovery classes, and also works as a Strings Teaching Artist for SDYS.
Cole Andrade
Cole Andrade
Advanced Ensembles Coordinator & Teaching Artist
Cole Andrade is a percussionist, composer, and music educator from the “City of Champions” Brockton, Massachusetts. While at the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston, Cole studied with Nancy Zeltsman, Vessela Stoyanova, Richard Flanagan, Gustavo Agatiello, and Thomas Schmidt among other fabulous Berklee professors. He performed regularly with the Berklee Percussion Ensemble, Berklee Film Scoring Orchestra, Berklee Contemporary Symphony Orchesta, and Harvard Bach Society along with countless professional ensembles. He then traveled across the country to pursue a Masters in Composition from the California Institute of Arts in Valencia, California. After graduating, he moved to New York City where he served as the music teacher at the bronx Charter School for Excellence, launching the school’s music programs. Andrade is thrilled that his career has brought him to San Diego and looks forward to sharing his love of music with his community.