Business Details
44 Years
experience
Preschool Music Classes in Westchester | Musical Munchkins
Founded in 1982, Musical Munchkins has dedicated itself to fostering early childhood development through music. Our program combines melody, movement, and interactive learning to cultivate a lifelong love for music while enhancing cognitive, social, and emotional growth. With a curriculum designed by experienced educators, we offer age-specific classes that introduce children to rhythm, pitch, and cultural diversity through song. Our team of professionally trained instructors, many holding advanced degrees in music and education, ensures a nurturing environment where creativity thrives.Over four decades, weve expanded across Westchester County, partnering with schools and libraries to deliver structured, engaging programs that prioritize both musical and developmental milestones. Families consistently praise our ability to create joyful, educational experiences that resonate beyond the classroom, building communities through shared musical discovery.
Services
Preschool Music Classes
Music Parties
Private Lessons
Library Programs
Nursery School Programs
Digital Music Downloads
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of expertise in early childhood music education.
- Our staff includes degreed music educators with specialized training in child development.
- We provide age-specific curricula aligned with developmental milestones.
- We maintain small class sizes for personalized engagement.
- We partner with schools and libraries across Westchester County.
What people say
Wonderful program
Lifelong love of music
Engaged and smiling
Positive learning environment
Still singing songs
Services
Preschool Music Classes
Our age-specific music classes engage children aged 0-4 through singing, instrument play, and creative movement. Designed to develop rhythm, pitch recognition, and social skills, these sessions use culturally diverse music and interactive props. Parents participate in fostering early musical development while building community with other families.
Music Parties
Interactive music parties feature professional musicians leading dancing, drumming, and singing for children under six. Customizable 45-minute programs include themed props, scarves, and a personalized birthday song. Ideal for home or venue celebrations with flexible pricing based on group size.
Library Programs
Library music sessions combine multicultural songs, storytelling, and instrument play to engage young children. These programs encourage library exploration while developing listening skills and cultural awareness. Sessions adapt to group sizes and age ranges for optimal participation.
Private Lessons
Individualized music instruction available for piano, guitar, voice, and cello. Tailored to students' abilities and goals, lessons emphasize technical skill development and musical expression. Taught by experienced educators with performance backgrounds and advanced degrees.
Nursery School Programs
On-site music curriculum integrated into preschools and childcare centers. Weekly classes follow the same developmental approach as public programs, with age-appropriate activities. Partnerships include YWCA schools, Montessori programs, and public preschool initiatives across Westchester County.
People
Eileen Oddo
Founder
Eileen Oddo founded Musical Munchkins in 1982 after earning music degrees from Loyola University and Conservatoire de Cachan. With Dalcroze Eurhythmics certification and decades of teaching experience, she developed the program's foundational curriculum. She continues teaching piano privately in White Plains.
Juliana Giannasca
Director
Juliana Giannasca directs operations with a Master's in Educational Theatre from NYU. A teaching artist since 2018, she runs Voice With Jules studio while managing class registrations and community outreach for Musical Munchkins in Bronxville.
Graeme McEneany
Operations Manager
Graeme McEneany handles logistics with theater training from Neighborhood Playhouse. A performer and musician, he brings stage experience to operations while teaching classes and managing events across Westchester County.
Mila Barrett
Teacher
Mila Barrett teaches with a Master's in classical guitar from Beshenalieva Institute. A former Russian music school instructor, she has taught Musical Munchkins classes in Armonk and White Plains since 2001, specializing in early childhood engagement.
MaryEllen Barbieri
Teacher
MaryEllen Barbieri combines music therapy expertise from SUNY Fredonia with clinical experience at Blythedale Children's Hospital. Her therapeutic approach enhances the program's developmental benefits while teaching family music classes in Scarsdale.
Questions
What age groups do you serve?
We offer classes for babies through 4-year-olds, with age-specific programs divided into Babies-Young 1s, Music for 1s, 2s, and 3-4s.
What happens in a typical class?
Sessions include singing, rhythmic chanting, instrument play, creative movement, and musical storytime with culturally diverse songs and interactive props during 45-minute weekly classes.
Do you offer party packages?
Music parties feature 45 minutes of dancing, drumming, and singing for children under six. Pricing starts at $300 for up to 15 children with customizable options available.
What qualifications do your teachers have?
Our instructors hold music education degrees, teaching certifications, and specialized training in child development. Many have advanced degrees and professional performance experience.
Are classes available in schools?
We partner with nursery schools and childcare centers across Westchester County, providing weekly music programs as part of their curriculum since 1982.
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