A Fun, Structured Path to Musical Mastery for Young Learners

Ages 3-5

Steps to Music is a supervised class (parent participation is not required after the first class) and is taught in four levels of increasing difficulty and challenge (Green, Blue, Red, and Purple). Each level has a specific curriculum for parents to follow at home. The program is designed to be hands-on, prioritizing enjoyment and fun. Kids earn stickers placed on their personal certificates for each new concept mastered (similar to badges in Girl Guides, etc.). Upon completion, students proudly keep and frame their signed certificates and may graduate, if they wish, to the next level or an instrument of their choice.

Top image: A teacher playing instrument next to a group of engaged kids. Bottom image: A view of "Steps to Music" studio at Orrett Music Academy.
A teacher showing a guitar to young students.

Steps To Music Overview

  • The maximum class ratio is 8:1 (except in rare extenuating circumstances).
  • Group music lessons specifically designed for young beginners.
  • A hands-on approach that prioritizes enjoyment and fun.
  • Students are gently introduced to the sounds of many instruments.
  • Teachers are specially trained to meet the needs of preschool and early grade students.
  • Colorful, memorable games are used to enhance the learning experience.
  • Limited practicing expectations at first, as children of this age learn best in class.
  • We follow four core educational philosophies for young children: Move, Sing, Listen, Play.
  • Students can graduate from this program to full lessons on the instrument of their choice.

2024–2025 STM Group Class Schedule

  • Mondays: 4:30 PM
  • Mondays: 6:00 PM
  • Wednesdays: 5:15 PM
  • Mondays: 5:15 PM
  • Wednesdays: 4:30 PM
  • Wednesdays: 6:00 PM

Classes run once weekly from September until June.

BILLING – All classes are based on enrolment from the time you begin (pro-rated) until the end of June, billed monthly. If needed, a student may cancel enrolment at the end of any month (except September) with written notice by the 15th of the month.

Please click “Book a Trial” to try a class for free. Trials are not offered for Saturday classes.

A boy playing instrument.

Innovative Music Classes For Your Child

We apply an innovative approach to learning that combines traditional theory and technique with highly modern, fresh, and creatively focused ideas. As a student of music, your child will be provided the time and resources to work and learn closely with our dedicated musical teachers while enjoying numerous performance opportunities to grow. Your child will also benefit from a range of diverse and challenging classes that will be available to them. We teach more than music.