Winter/Spring 2025 - 2026 Group Classes
Registration for Winter 2025 group classes will open on Nov 17th (early childhood), Nov 20th (instrument classes), TBD (adult classes) at Wayland Recreation. Dates below.
These classes are offered in partnership with Wayland Recreation, and registration is via the Wayland Recreation website.
You do NOT need to be a Wayland resident to sign up - they are open to all!
Please note: all Early Childhood classes, and violin class, require the active presence of a parent or caregiver. They are not drop-off classes.
All classes are at Wayland School of Music, in the Group Space at 310 Boston Post Road, Wayland (NEXT DOOR to our main building)
Early Childhood (winter/spring curriculum)- winter registration opens Nov 11/17 at Wayland Rec for winter session.
Fall curriculum: Sept 27 – Nov 15
Winter curriculum: Dec 6 – Feb 7
Spring curriculum: Feb 28 - Apr 11
Musical Beginnings, age 0 - 36 months with a caregiver
Musical Explorers, age 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Instrument Explorers, age 4.5 - 6 with a caregiver
Children's Instrumental and Vocal Classes (winter/spring full semester) - registration opens 11/20 at Wayland Rec for winter session.
Small Group Intro to Piano, age 6-7 - starts Feb 9
Small Group Intro to Guitar, age 6-7 - starts Feb 24
Small Group Intro to Violin, age 4.5 - 6 with caregiver - starts Feb 28
Pop Sensations, age 8-12 - starts Feb 9
Adult Classes (spring full semester)
Adult Chorus - starts Feb 4
Adult Group Guitar - starts Feb 5
Early Childhood
Musical Beginnings
Give your child the gift of beautiful music right from the start, in this full-year cycle that celebrates the changing seasons!
Musical Beginnings kids experience the fundamental musical
concepts of a steady beat, and changing tempo (speed)
Saturdays, 10:30 - 11:15 am - age 0 - 36 months years with a caregiver
Songs from the Apple Orchard - Fall 2025 session, 7 weeks: Sept 27 – Nov 15 (no class 10/11)
Songs to Keep You Warm! - Winter 2025-26 session, 7 weeks: Dec 6 – Feb 7 (no class 12/27, 1/3, 1/17)
Spring Full of Growth - Spring 2026 session, 7 weeks: Feb 28 - Apr 11
Babies and toddlers taste the joy of music and movement within the circle of your loving arms, with our fun FALL, WINTER and SPRING-inspired curriculum that includes "hello" songs, tickling, hiding, drumming, and more. Experience the wonderful world of music together, with activities for sensory and social stimulation that you can enjoy anywhere.
Make music part of your child’s life from the start, as you celebrate the rotating seasons with this multi-sensory year-round series.
With instructor Ann Carroll Bundy, Early Childhood Faculty, Suzuki Faculty
Class size: minimum 4 child/caregiver pairs, maximum 7 child/caregiver pairs
Fee: $197 per 7-week session.
Location: Wayland School of Music group space, 310 Boston Post Road, Wayland
Musical Explorers
Age-appropriate curriculum teaches preschoolers the building blocks of musical language, in this full-year cycle that celebrates the changing seasons!
Musical Explorers kids tune up their rhythmic awareness by chatting
with aliens!
Saturdays, 9:30 - 10:15 am - age 3 - 5 with a caregiver
Songs from the Apple Orchard - Fall 2025 session, 7 weeks: Sept 27 – Nov 15 (no class 10/11)
Songs to Keep You Warm! - Winter 2025-26 session, 7 weeks: Dec 6 – Feb 7 (no class 12/27, 1/3, 1/17)
Spring Full of Growth - Spring 2026 session, 7 weeks: Feb 28 - Apr 11
Grow the love of music with our fun FALL, WINTER and SPRING-inspired curriculum! Kids experience the building blocks of musical language - beat, rhythm, pitch, harmony, tempo, and dynamics - through simple instruments, rounds, rhymes, fingerplays, and songs from various cultures. Multi-sensory activities boost auditory discrimination, gross and fine motor skills, and social/emotional development.
Celebrate the rotating seasons, with our specially designed year-long curriculum that develops context and confidence for future instrument study.
With instructor Ann Carroll Bundy, Early Childhood Faculty, Suzuki Faculty
Class size: minimum 4 child/caregiver pairs, maximum 7 child/caregiver pairs
Fee: $191 per 7-week session.
Location: Wayland School of Music group space, 310 Boston Post Road, Wayland
Instrument Explorers
This class is specifically for children who have outgrown early childhood general music classes, and are almost ready for formal study.
Saturdays 11:30 - 12:15 pm - age 4.5 - 6
Fall 2025 session, 7 weeks: Sept 27 – Nov 15 (no class 10/11)
Winter 2025-26 session, 7 weeks: Dec 6 – Feb 7 (no class 12/27, 1/3, 1/17)
Spring 2026 session, 7 weeks: Feb 28 - Apr 11
Getting ready to start an instrument, but not sure which one to choose?
Students will meet* a different instrument each week (piano, violin, viola, cello, flute, harp and guitar), and have a chance to try each one. They will also experience concepts of musical language, and some very basic music theory, through hands-on games, singing, and listening activities - all of which prepare them for confident instrument study.
Caregivers will discover how best to support instrument learning in young children.
*Please note, this is exposure and a little hands-on time with each, to help narrow down choices. We are not teaching children how to play in this class - that happens in our instrument specific classes, Suzuki program, or Private Lessons.
With instructor Ann Carroll Bundy, Early Childhood Faculty, Suzuki Faculty
Class size: minimum 4 student/caregiver pairs, maximum 7 student/caregiver pairs.
Fee: $233 for 7 week session.
Location: Wayland School of Music group space, 310 Boston Post Road, Wayland
Children's Instrument and Vocal Classes - full semester
Small Group Intro to Piano
Mondays, Winter-Spring 2026 semester, 15 weeks: Feb 9 - Jun 8 (no class 2/15, 4/20, 5/26)
5:05 - 5:50 - age 6-7
Want your child to try out the keyboard and learn basic playing and reading skills, but not quite ready to commit to private piano lessons? Get a great start on piano in this fun, relaxed class designed to engage and inspire!
Students begin with keyboard geography, simple 5-finger songs, rhythms, and easy chords, in a relaxed setting including singing, movement and games. They’ll play both by ear and from music, and even compose their own pieces.
Includes listening and practice CDs, music book, notation games pack, and parent guide. Don’t have a keyboard? We’ll lend you a table-top one to get started (for a returnable deposit) and can advise you on purchase.
With instructor Dan Searl, Piano Faculty
$509, including comprehensive materials pack
Location: Wayland School of Music group space, 310 Boston Post Road, Wayland
Small Group Intro to Guitar
Tuesdays, 5:05 – 5:50, 15 weeks, Winter-Spring 2026 semester, 15 weeks: Feb 24 - Jun 9 (no class 4/21)
5:05 - 5:50 - age 6-7
Learn to play the acoustic guitar in a fun class designed to engage and inspire! Students build a sound technical foundation through simple tunes, rhythms, and ensemble playing, in a relaxed setting that includes singing, movement and games.
This class is based on the Suzuki method of music education, which has a 70-year history of success worldwide. Caregivers are encouraged to attend so they can learn to help their child at home.
Includes a loaner acoustic guitar in appropriate size for child, plus book and CD to keep.
With instructor Francesco Barone, Guitar Faculty
Class size: minimum 3 students, maximum 6 students
Fee: $509 for 15-week semester, including a loaner guitar and footstool, plus book and CD to keep.
Location: Wayland School of Music group space, 310 Boston Post Road, Wayland
Small Group Intro to Violin
Saturdays, 14 weeks, Feb 28 – Jun 20 (N/C Apr 18, 25, May 23)
1:15 - 2:00 - age 4.5 - 6 with a caregiver
Think your child is too young to learn violin? Think again! In our upbeat class, students get a great start on violin through creative, playful activities including games, movement and song. This class is based on the Suzuki method of music education, which has a 70-year history of success worldwide.
There’s plenty of individual attention in this small class, and no prior experience needed for child or caregiver - you’ll learn how to help your child. Class fee includes quality rental instrument for class and home use, sized to your child, plus book and CD to keep.
With Instructor Zoe Chau, Violin Faculty
Fee: $476 includes 14 weeks of class and violin rental in child’s size
Location: Wayland School of Music group space, 310 Boston Post Road, Wayland
Pop Sensations
Unleash your inner performer!
Mondays, Winter-Spring 2026 semester, 15 weeks: Feb 9 - Jun 8 (no class 2/15, 4/20, 5/26)
6:00 - 7:00 - age 8-12
Unleash your inner star in this high-energy vocal class led by music producer and educator Dan Searl! Created for aspiring young singers, this class combines vocal training with fun group exercises, harmonizing, and stage performance.
Learn the foundations of great singing, develop confidence, and perform hit songs with friends who love to sing just like you. From warmups to performance-ready pop routines, students will build skills and make memories in a supportive, exciting environment. Whether you're new to singing or ready for the spotlight, this is your chance to shine!
With instructor Dan Searl, Piano Faculty
Fee: $458 for 15 weeks of class and all materials
Class size Minimum 4 students, maximum 8 students
Location: Wayland School of Music group space, 310 Boston Post Road, Wayland
Adult Vocal and Instrumental Classes - full semester
Adult Chorus - new start date
Find - or re-find - your voice!
Wednesdays, winter/spring semester: 15 weeks, Feb 4 – May 27 (no class Feb 18, Apr 22)
7:00 - 8:00 - adults
Do you love to sing in the shower - but wish that weren’t your only option? Join our no-pressure evening chorus with other like-minded adults! We’ll start off with some vocal warmups and fun group exercises, learn some helpful vocal techniques, and explore singing together both in unison and harmony.
Music will range from show tunes to old favorites and maybe a few surprises. Enjoy the camaraderie of singing together, or maybe even find the courage to break out into a duet or solo! Experience the joy of making music with others, all at your own comfort level.
With instructor Lisa Marcus, Voice and Piano Faculty
Fee: $458 for 15 weeks of class and all materials
Min enrollment 5, max 10
Location: Wayland School of Music group space, 310 Boston Post Road, Wayland
Adult Group Guitar
Get that guitar out of the closet!
Thursdays, 15 weeks, Feb 5 – May 28 (no class Feb 19, Apr 23)
7:00 - 8:00 - adults
Whether you’re a complete beginner or returning after a break - pick up your guitar and unlock the joy of playing together, in this fun and accessible class created especially for adult learners! Our instructor Dan will guide you through the essential basic techniques. You’ll learn melodies, lead lines, and solid rhythm skills—including strumming patterns, rhythmic notation, and both open and barre chords.
Each class blends group instruction with hands-on help and practical playing, making progress feel natural and rewarding. No pressure—just music, growth, and a good time, while you develop the confidence and skills that will keep you playing for years to come.
With instructor Dan Searl, Berklee Grad and Guitar Faculty
Fee: $458 for 15 weeks of class and all materials
Min enrollment 5, max 10
Location: Wayland School of Music group space, 310 Boston Post Road, Wayland