Group Classes

In addition to our private lessons, we're proud to offer a roster of group programs designed exclusively by music and education professionals, aimed to teach and broaden musical foundations in a friendly small-group setting.

Tuneful Tots (3 to 5 years)

Join Barrhaven's most popular class for little musicians! Tuneful Tots provides a great foundation for young children to develop a lifelong love of music and aptitude for learning. Our program introduces pre-school aged children to the basic elements of music, including beat, rhythm, dynamics, tempo and pitch. Children will learn songs in a call-and-answer style, play various percussion instruments to develop rhythm, use body movements to express lyrics and participle in basic ear-training exercises.

Weekly class activities include:

✔️ Singing and stories
✔️ Dancing and movements
✔️ Creating rhythms and beats
✔️ Ear training
✔️ Playing various percussion instruments
✔️ Join other kids, make friends and have fun!

$126 for 8 weeks. For Tuneful Tots scheduling and registration information, please contact us!

BMA Primary Vocal Program (6 to 8 years)

The BMA Primary Choir is developed for students ages 6-8, with no previous vocal or performance experience necessary. This program is a perfect starting place for young students who express a desire to sing in a group and gain experience on stage.

Weekly lessons include:

✔️Breathing exercises and vocal warm ups

✔️Lyric work and work on annunciation

✔️Rehearsal and practice on current repertoire

✔️Work on individual melodic lines and developing pitch

$82 per month flat rate. For BMA Primary Vocal Program scheduling and registration, please contact us!

BMA Junior Vocal Program (9 to 12 years)

The BMA Choir is Barrhaven's only choir program for students ages 9-12! New members are always welcome, including our registered students and those not currently enrolled in private lessons. The program is a great way for singers to develop themselves, no matter what your experience level or vocal style. Along with helping participants become more comfortable singing as a group, our choir program will strengthen their musical ear, teach them how to harmonize and expand their repertoire.

Weekly lessons include:

✔️Breathing exercises and vocal warm ups

✔️Lyric work and work on annunciation

✔️Rehearsal and practice on current repertoire

✔️Work on individual melodic lines and developing pitch

✔️Work on round singing and two-part harmonies

$82 per month flat rate. For BMA Vocal Program scheduling and registration, please contact us!

BMA Band Program (8+ years)

The BMA Band Program is for students who want to join a band, meet other musicians, and have fun! Be mentored by a seasoned band coach and learn the tips and tricks of how to become a solid, gig-ready band. Performing regularly at BMA Coffeehouses and Concerts will help your group build up a setlist of favourite songs, improve stage presence and master your own instrument at the same time.

Why join a band?

✓   Become a better musician and performer
✓   Learn a variety of songs and build a gig-ready setlist
✓   Be mentored by a professional band coach
✓   Build great group dynamics
✓   Have fun playing music!

$98 per month flat rate. For BMA Band Program scheduling and registration, please contact us!