The principles of Orff-Schulwerk and Kodaly are generally used. In the Orff approach there is a development from play through exploration to musical understanding. It is music education from the composer's point of view. The principles of Kodaly emphasize music literacy through singing of American folk songs.
Students work on solfeggio and rhythmic concepts in a sequential and logical manner.
Process in class is the essence of the curriculum. There is one holiday presentation for kindergarten, Grade 1, and Grade 2, in which product is emphasized. The teacher explains and the children demonstrate the objectives of music, using developmentally appropriate material. Junior kindergarten and kindergarten also perform musicals based upon a selection from children's literature or holidays. Pre-Kindergarten 3 Playful songs and rhymes from the rich repertoire of traditional and folk literature are enjoyed.