CLASS POLICIES:

ATTENDANCE: In order to provide a smooth transition between classes, every effort will be made to begin and end classes on time. Please be on time, it will make your child's adjustment into class easier. The Hello Song ritual is especially important for the children so that they begin to develop a sense of familiarity in class. The studios open 10-15 minutes before classes start so your child can have a chance to acclimate himself/herself to the space. Your seat matters! Please let us know if you will be absent so another family can use your seat as a make-up class.

FOOD/DRINKS/CELL PHONES, etc: To keep the space clean and to keep us all focused, please have your children finish all snacks outside of the room. For those who must have their cell phones on during class, please be considerate and take your calls in our back room. Please keep toys, dolls, sippy cups, and food out of the circle. These items become a huge distraction for other children and they're better off left in the car. Even when a child knows that they are leaving a snack or toy in a bag outside of the space, it can be a distraction to them and others. 

HEALTH POLICY: By attending class, you assume a reasonable risk of being exposed to illnesses. We care about your family's health and the health of our teachers, this is why we sanitize all used classroom instruments after each class. We expect that babies will mouth the shakers and other instruments; it's part of their natural development process. Please change diapers in our back room on the changing table and dispose of diapers in the adjacent pail. We also provide hand sanitizer for your use before, during and/or after class. If you or your child has had a fever or other signs of a contagious illness, please stay home and schedule a make-up class instead.

CLASS CHANGES: If you find that your current class time is not working for you, please let us know ASAP. Changes can usually be made at any time during the semester if space permits. No refunds are given after the first day of class.

REFUNDS: Once classes begin, we are unable to offer refunds, as we hold seats specifically for your family and often cannot fill them---especially in full classes---once the session has started. 

That said, we understand that life happens. Refunds for situations like unexpected moves, schedule conflicts, or family emergencies may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please don't hesitate to reach out--we're happy to work with you to find a solution. 

We also offer a variety of class times and will do our best to find space for you in another class if needed. 

MAKE-UP CLASSES: We ask that you regularly attend your scheduled/enrolled class time, but we understand that things do come up! You are allowed to attend make-up classes when you miss a class. Please schedule these in advance online with our make-up scheduler here or by emailing [email protected].

OLDER SIBLINGS IN CLASS: We understand that sometimes conflicts arise, and that's why we offer a one-time freebie for non-enrolled siblings to attend class. After that, there's a $10.00 fee as space permits. This policy also applies to non-enrolled visiting guests age 10 and under, unless they are demo-ing the class. If the sibling will attend more than a time or two, you might consider just signing him or her up for the class at the sibling discount. That's one of the great things about Music Together^®'s mixed-age approach--siblings can attend class together!! Grandparents, daddies, and other adult guests are always welcome at no additional charge. 

CDs/SONGBOOKS/GUIDEBOOKS: You will receive a Music Together songbook, corresponding CD, and access to digital content via our Family Music Zone^® and/or Music Together App. Play your music at home or in the car as frequently as possible during the first weeks of class. Make it available for your child to listen to while he or she is playing or before taking a nap, or at bath time. Read the illustrated songbook with your child and use it to help you remember the songs or to play along if you play an instrument. Use of the materials makes a significant difference in your child's and your own experience of the Music Together program. Keep in mind that on your first day of class, you're not the only one in the room who doesn't know the music. It's new to everyone. New parents will receive a Parent Education Guide. It's a good idea for returning parents and caregivers to review the guide again. 

MEDIA RELEASE: From time to time, photos or videos may be taken during class and used only for the purposes of promoting our classes on our website, fliers and/or Facebook page. By agreeing to these terms, you agree to have your and/or your child's photo taken and used for such purposes. You may opt out of this at any time by notifying [email protected]

LIABILITY RELEASE: By attending class, you agree to release Bebop & Bundles, LLC and its associates and facilities from liability relating to injuries or damages that may occur inside or outside class when using class activities. 

PARTICIPATION: As facilitators of family music-making, we urge you or your caregiver to participate in class. The children are free to develop naturally and in their own time and style. As challenging as it might be to inhibit our parental/caregiver desires and expectations to see our children "perform" in class, it's important to understand that they are learning basic music skills even when they are simply observing others. Also, children have different learning styles and personalities, and many like to watch for several weeks or even longer. What usually and almost always happens is that they will do everything at home first. So, please know that we do not require or expect your child to participate in class. However, you are a model for your child, even if you don't feel particularly confident about your musical abilities. If your child sees you making music and having a good time, then she or he is more likely to develop that disposition. Likewise, if your child sees that you talk during class or do not participate, he or she is likely to develop that same attitude. So, relax, let your child "be" and have fun yourself!