Introduction to Immersive Musicianship

Ages: 6 - 9
Session Length: 15 weeks
Skill Level: Beginner

In our Immersive Musicianship Rhythmic-Solfège program, children build a strong musical foundation through joyful movement, creative exploration, and hands-on learning. Using singing, movement games, props, note-reading, and improvisation, students develop essential musical skills while collaborating with their classmates. Through this dynamic approach, children will strengthen their ear, improve their sense of rhythm, enhance their ensemble skills, and deepen their understanding of musical expression and interpretation.

The full Rhythmic-Solfège sequence is made up of five progressive levels, designed to provide a comprehensive and well-rounded music education. We are currently offering an introduction to level I. A metallophone is required for class activities and will be provided at no additional cost.

Please wear comfortable clothing that allows for freedom of movement. Students will be barefoot during class, so please avoid wearing tights as they are more difficult to manage.

If this is your first enrollment of the school year in the Center for Music (September – June), a non-refundable registration fee is due at the time of enrollment ($35 for a single registrant, with a cap of $50 per family).

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Faculty

Lauren Hodgson

Instructor, Dalcroze Eurhythmics A, Introduction to Immersive Musicianship

Lauren Hodgson is a pianist and educator who brings music to life through Dalcroze Eurhythmics, an innovative approach to learning music through movement. She is passionate about creating joyful, hands-on music experiences that inspire students of all ages. Her teaching experience spans college-lev... Expand

Lauren Hodgson is a pianist and educator who brings music to life through Dalcroze Eurhythmics, an innovative approach to learning music through movement. She is passionate about creating joyful, hands-on music experiences that inspire students of all ages.

Her teaching experience spans college-level instruction at Baldwin Wallace University Conservatory of Music and Oberlin College, as well as community-based programs for children throughout Cleveland. In addition to her work at The Music Settlement, Lauren serves on the faculty of the Dalcroze School of Music and Movement, where she teaches eurhythmics, solfège, piano improvisation, and pedagogy. During the summers, she is also on the faculty of the Blue Lake Suzuki Family Camp and the Fairbanks Suzuki Institute. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Music Education at Case Western Reserve University, where she also works as a research and teaching assistant.

An active contributor to the field, Lauren has co-authored a study published in Early Childhood Education Journal, written for Dalcroze Connections, and co-hosted the podcast The New Dalcrozian. She has presented sessions at state and international conferences. She currently leads the Ohio Chapter of the Dalcroze Society of America as its president.

Education

Dalcroze Certificate and Dalcroze License, Dalcroze School of Music and Movement
M.A.Ed., Music Education with K-12 Licensure, Case Western Reserve University
B.M., Piano Performance, Baldwin Wallace University Conservatory of Music Close

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