“It is movement that interests the child in music, and it is by movement that the very tiny child can arrive at understanding music with considerable delicacy.” – Maria Montessori                                                                    

Primary and Elementary Music at St. Paul’s Episcopal Montessori School

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The Primary and Elementary music programs at St. Paul’s Episcopal Montessori School are directed by our talented Music Director, Ms. Rebecca Koch. The program is designed to involve the whole child. The mission of the St. Paul’s Episcopal Montessori School music program is to assist and guide each student in the development of his or her innate musicality with a rich, developmentally based curriculum which leads to a lifelong participation in, enjoyment, and appreciation of music in various forms. Our philosophy of music education encourages good vocal tone production and teaches musical literacy (reading and notating music rhythms and notes) through the use of traditional folk songs and well-composed music. These skills are also taught and practiced through movement, musical stories, and the exploration of musical instruments.

Our Primary children attend music classes with Ms. Rebecca once a week.

Our Elementary children attend music classes with Ms. Rebecca twice a week.

In addition to music class, Elementary children are able to participate in choir and percussion ensemble. These groups practice weekly after school hours and bring music to our community at a variety of events each year. They also perform multiple times a year at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church during Sunday mass.

Ms. Rebecca also offers private piano, voice, ukulele, and guitar lessons to students after school.