Play to Learn
Play to Learn provides instrumental and vocal instruction for K-12 grade students during and after school hours. Students receive 10-20 weeks of instruction and showcase their artistic growth in a culminating Midori Matinee performance, guided by Midori & Friends Teaching Artists. Play to Learn follows the New York State Learning Standards for the Arts and Blueprint for Teaching & Learning in Music: to Create, Perform, Respond, and Connect.
OFFERINGS
Our Play to Learn program offers up to 30 weeks of hands-on music instruction, culminating in a student performance that showcases their creativity and growth. Students gain musical skills, they develop music literacy, make cultural connections, and strengthen social-emotional learning through the joy of music-making.
Instrumental & Vocal Training (Violin, Viola, Cello, Guitar, Ukulele, Brass, Woodwinds, Percussion, Keyboard)
Ensembles (Band, Chorus, Jazz)
Creative Pathways (General Music, Intro to Musical Theater, Songwriting, Storytelling, Parody Creation)
OUTCOMES
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Students build essential performance skills, including rhythm, posture, and the ability to confidently perform complete pieces.
Through music, students express themselves, build confidence, collaborate with peers, actively listen, and develop problem-solving skills.
Students deepen their understanding of musical elements such as notation, vocabulary, pitch, tempo, and instrument anatomy.
Bring Play to Learn to Your School
education@midoriandfriends.org
(212) 767-1300 x 704