Business Details
We have been nurturing young children through music and movement since 1966. Our founder Gari Stein holds a degree in Psychology, Child Development, and Dance. We design research-based curricula that respect individual learning styles and developmental stages. Our programs serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary students alongside their families. We provide professional development trainings for educators nationwide at major conferences. Our holistic approach integrates music, play, books, and art to strengthen social-emotional growth.
We guarantee developmentally appropriate activities that build confidence and motor skills. Our materials include books, CDs, and curriculum kits adaptable for home or classroom use. We maintain active memberships in national early childhood and music education associations. Our mission is to equip adults with the comfort and tools to make music joyfully accessible. We commit to preserving childhood as a journey, not a race, through the power of song. Families trust our decades of experience to foster connection and lifelong musical appreciation.
We guarantee developmentally appropriate activities that build confidence and motor skills. Our materials include books, CDs, and curriculum kits adaptable for home or classroom use. We maintain active memberships in national early childhood and music education associations. Our mission is to equip adults with the comfort and tools to make music joyfully accessible. We commit to preserving childhood as a journey, not a race, through the power of song. Families trust our decades of experience to foster connection and lifelong musical appreciation.
Highlights and features
- We have operated continuously since 1966.
- Our founder holds Psychology, Child Development, and Dance degrees.
- We present at national conferences like NAEYC and Head Start.
- Our curriculum is research-based and developmentally appropriate.
- We provide materials adaptable for home and classroom use.
Services
Sing With Me Curriculum
Sing With Me is a research-based music and movement curriculum designed for infants through second grade. It includes adaptable materials for home, classroom, and travel settings. The program develops beat competency, motor skills, and social confidence through joyful musical exploration.
Early Childhood Music Classes
We offer weekly music classes for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with their caregivers in Ann Arbor. Classes nurture the whole child through holistic activities integrating movement, instruments, and literature. Families experience strengthened bonds while children develop foundational musical and developmental skills.
Family Interactive Concerts
Our interactive concerts engage entire families in participatory music-making experiences suitable for all ages. Gari Stein leads audiences through singing, dancing, and instrument play that fosters connection. These events create joyful community memories while modeling music integration for daily family life.
Teacher Professional Development
We provide keynote presentations and workshops at national conferences including NAEYC, Head Start, and Early On. Trainings equip educators with research-based strategies to implement music across curricula. Participants receive practical materials and ongoing support to confidently facilitate joyful musical learning.
Educational Books and CDs
Our publications include The More We Get Together book with over 300 activities and a companion CD. Materials feature photographs, song collections, and guidance for infants through age eight. These resources empower adults to create rich musical environments without requiring specialized training.
