Old Town School of Folk Music

About Old Town School of Folk Music

Today, the Old Town School of Folk Music is a thriving institution which offers more than 700 accredited classes, workshops, and private lessons to students of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. From guitar and banjo classes to folk dancing and family sing-alongs, the school has something for everyone. Professional instructors teach a range of musical genres, from American folk music to international styles. The Old Town School of Folk Music also offers concerts featuring nationally renowned artists. It is a place where students can celebrate music and cultural expressions rooted in the traditions of diverse American and global communities. The Old Town School of Folk Music is dedicated to providing broad access to the arts. Its five-year strategic plan focuses on improving and expanding artistic opportunities for its students. To ensure its programs remain accessible, the school provides tuition assistance to qualified families. Through its commitment to quality education and its dedication to providing broad access to the arts, the Old Town School of Folk Music has become a pillar of the Chicago community.

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Lullabies (0 to 6 months)

Up your lullaby game and connect with other new parents in this quiet, one of a kind class. In 30 minutes, you’ll sing, learn fingerplays and gentle rocking songs to lay the foundation of music for your baby’s thirsty ears. Please bring a blanket for your little one. Feeding, sleeping, giggling, crying (babies and grownups!), and yoga pants welcome.

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Wiggleworms (6 to 12 months)

Join other babies and their families as we lead them on their first musical adventure! This class is designed to support your baby’s musical growth while bonding with your baby and other families. This class incorporates activities focused on the needs the pre-walker such as mirroring, finger plays, and early gross motor.

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Wiggleworms (6 months to 4 years)

In this class, brothers and sisters share musical time together engaging with interactive songs and musical play. The class engages the older children with more challenging musical activities while creating a safe place for little ones to explore music at their pace. The class focuses on turn-taking, caring for each other, and creating a cooperative musical community!

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