Business Details
31 Years
experience
Early Years Music Classes in Letchworth
Music Train has been delivering exceptional early years music education since 1995, founded by Andrea Lee, a specialist with a Masters Degree in Early Years Music Education and Leadership. Our approach combines structured, research-backed sessions with live music to engage children from birth to six years, fostering confidence, social skills, and musicality. With over three decades of experience, we provide hands-on learning using professional instruments and resources, supported by a rigorous teacher training programme.Our classes cater to diverse developmental stages, ensuring both educational value and enjoyment. We collaborate with Hertfordshire County Music Service, offering consultancy and training, and have nurtured countless children who have progressed to musical careers. Our commitment to quality and innovation ensures families receive unparalleled musical education tailored to their children's needs.
Services
Early Years Music Classes
Instrument Exploration
Parent-Child Bonding Sessions
Musical Development Programmes
Teacher Training Courses
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We use live music in every session for optimal child engagement
- Our teachers complete a 12-month specialist training programme
- 30 years' experience delivering structured, research-backed music education
- Extensive collection of professional instruments for hands-on learning
- Official Partner of Hertfordshire County Music Service since 2024
What people say
Exceptional musical development
Engaging live music sessions
Professional expert teachers
Wonderful parent-child bonding
Lasting friendships formed
Services
Early Years Music Classes
Structured music education for children aged 0-6 years using live instruments and research-based methods. Our classes develop rhythm, coordination, and musicality while fostering social skills and school readiness. Each session combines predictable structure with varied activities to maintain engagement.
Instrument Exploration
Hands-on experience with professional instruments including cellos, trumpets, and keyboards. Children explore sounds, learn instrument recognition, and develop fine motor skills through tactile interaction with real musical equipment in themed sessions.
Parent-Child Bonding
Interactive sessions designed to strengthen family connections through music. Parents participate in singing, movement activities, and instrument play alongside their children, creating shared learning experiences and social opportunities with other families.
Teacher Training
Comprehensive 12-month training programme for early years music educators. Combines Kodaly, Dalcroze, and Suzuki methodologies with child development principles, delivered by experienced professionals with Masters-level qualifications in music education.
Musical Development
Progressive curriculum covering pitch recognition, rhythm patterns, and basic music reading. Children learn through themed topics like 'World Instruments' and 'Carnival of the Animals', preparing for future instrumental study while developing cognitive abilities.
People
Andrea Lee
Founder & Director
Founder of Music Train with 30 years' experience. Holds a Masters Degree in Early Years Music Education and a PGCE in Kodaly-based teaching. Developed the organisation's curriculum and training programme.
Questions
What age groups do you cater for?
We offer classes for babies from birth up to children aged 6 years, with three distinct learning levels and flexible sibling attendance options.
Are your teachers qualified?
All our teachers complete a 12-month specialist training programme in Early Years Music Education. Many have additional music degrees and teaching qualifications.
What happens in a typical session?
Sessions include structured activities with live music, instrument exploration, movement exercises, themed topics, and parent participation. Each class follows a consistent format with varied content to maintain engagement.
Do you offer trial classes?
New families can book a single trial session before committing to a full term. This allows children to experience our teaching approach and facilities.
How do you support musical progression?
Our curriculum builds from basic sound recognition to music reading and instrument skills. We provide pathways to formal music education and have partnerships with Hertfordshire County Music Service.
What resources do you use?
We have professional instruments including cellos, trumpets, and keyboards. Sessions also use puppets, scarves, light shows, and topic-specific materials for multisensory learning experiences.
