Book a Trial Lesson Beginner group classes
Age-aligned group classes help young musicians build rhythm, listening, keyboard readiness, singing, and ensemble confidence before or alongside private lessons.
Find the right first class
Opus 1 offers several group class options for beginners so families can match the student's age, musical interests, and readiness. Classes are taught by expert teachers and dates, times, and locations vary by program.
Group class options
Choose from 36-week foundational classes, shorter beginner programs, and ongoing ensemble opportunities for young musicians.
36-week programs
Enrolling now for 2026-2027
Ages 3-6
Sunshine is a keyboard program for ages 3-4 and the starting point of the MYC Method, building a foundation in music reading and piano playing. Sunbeams is the entry point for ages 5-6, introducing piano geography and rhythms through MYC Critters at a pace matched to their developmental stage.
Details & Enrollment12-week programs
Dates for 2026-2027 To be announced
Ages 4-5
My Little Mozarts is a 12 week music program specifically designed for the preschool age group (age 4 to 5). This curriculum provides a balance between the discipline necessary for playing the piano and the enjoyment one receives from the process of music making. The course centers on the adventures of Beethoven Bear and Mozart Mouse™ as they learn about music. Skills taught include keyboard performance, listening, pitch matching, keyboard technique, singing, rhythm, movement, and music appreciation.
Enroll in My Little Mozart
12-week beginner program
Ages 5-7
My First Piano Group Class is a 12-week beginner piano class designed for students with no musical experience. Students learn simple tunes through solfege singing, keyboard playing, note reading, rhythm ensembles, ear training, and homework.
Enroll in My First PianoOngoing programs
Ongoing enrollment
Ages 6-9
This weekly singing class invites young voices to build confidence through repertoire from Italian art song to contemporary pop. Students explore music theory basics, breathing techniques, pitch matching, harmonizing, stage presence, and recital preparation.
Enroll in Choir
Ongoing enrollment
Ages 6-18*
String Ensemble is a monthly class for violin, viola, and cello students who want to improve ensemble skills and performance abilities. Students work collaboratively with peers and may perform in a recital while enrolled.
Students must meet the requirements in order to enroll.
Enroll in String EnsembleStill not sure?