Fantastic Fridays
Music Exploration Program
(Open to 5-12 year old Washington Yu Ying PCS Students and DC Bilingual PCS Students )​
Looking for a musical way to spend your day?
Join us for a fun filled day of musical exploration!
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Richardson School of Music is delighted to introduce an exciting addition to our program offerings: for 5-12 year old Yu Ying and DC Bilingual students.
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This program will take place every Friday from the start of early dismissal to 4:00pm
Friday, August 30th 2024 until Friday, June 13th 2025 .
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Accommodations are available for those interested in PM Extended Day from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm, as well as private music lessons during the program day.
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The Music Exploration Program is designed to provide an enriching music experience every Friday, featuring a Group Music Class, snack time, and recess.
Snack is provided.
Click Below to Register
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Are you interested in us offering this program at your child's school?
Please email: info@richardsonschoolofmusic.com
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Program Details:
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Fantastic Fridays: After-School Music Exploration Program available to Kindergarten through 5th Grade Yu Ying and DC Bilingual students, from early release until 4:00 pm. PM Extended Day is also available from 4:00 to 6:00 pm, with the option of private lesson instruction during the program day for an additional cost. This Music Exploration Program is designed to provide an enriching music experience every Friday after early dismissal, featuring a Music Exploration Class, snack time, and a restorative recess.
RSM will provide transportation for student program participants from Yu Ying and DC Bilingual Early dismissal to Dance Exchange, our temporary group class/program space located at 7117 Maple Ave, Takoma Park, MD 20912. For snack and outdoor recess (weather permitting), students will gather at a designated park, either Takoma Playground (301 Van Buren Street NW, Washington, DC 20012), Spring Park (6999 Popular Ave, Takoma Park, MD 20912) or Opal A. Daniels Park (7515 Hancock Ave, Takoma Park, MD 20912). In case of inclement weather, snack and recess will be held indoors, and snacks will be provided.
Pricing:
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The Friday After-School Music Exploration Program tuition is $340 per month, with no proration for holiday months.
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PM Extended Day from 4:00 to 6:00 pm incurs an additional cost of $100 per month.
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Private one on one lessons are available during the program day for an extra fee. The pricing details are as follows:
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30-minute private lesson: $48.50 per lesson
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45-minute private lesson: $69.50 per lesson
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60-minute private lesson: $90.50 per lesson
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Payment is processed one week prior to the start of each month. The first program payment is prorated and is due on Friday, August 23rd or at the time of registration. There is no proration after the first month and each participant is billed $340 a month.
Please note that authorized adults are required to pick up your child/children from RSM or Dance Exchange. Refer to the pick-up instructions below for more details.
Pick-up Instructions:
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All students must have an authorized parent/guardian pick-up form on file.
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Fantastic Fridays Music Exploration Program day ends at 4:00 pm
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For PM Extended Day from 4:00pm until 6:00 pm, registration is required in advance.
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Pick-up is from Dance Exchange, located at 7117 Maple Ave, Takoma Park, MD, 20912.
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Please note: Full Day Programs may be available on certain charter school closure days (please ask for details and pricing).
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*One-time Registration fee is ($27.50). The Program Registration fee is waived for students also enrolled in Private Lessons. Payments with a credit card or ACH account are subject to a 3% processing fee. Every invoice incurs a $3 Admin/Portal Maintenance fee. Ask about our sibling discount.
Program Dates
Friday, August 30th - Friday, June 13th
Closure Dates:
​November 29th, December 27th, and April 18th.
Music Exploration Classes
Several of the following classes will be offered to explore:
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Group Guitar
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Group Ukulele
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Chorus
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Musical Theater Madness
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Group Piano
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Digital Music
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How to be a DJ
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Songwriting for Young composers
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Fun with Music History
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Music Appreciation
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Drum Circle
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Boom whacker band
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Music Mind Games
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String Ensemble and more!
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*Activities/classes offered are subject to change.
All classes/offerings are not guaranteed. Subject to Faculty availability.
SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE*
(EXAMPLE)
1:00-4:00pm
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RSM Van Pick-up from DC Bilingual Early Dismissal 12:40pm
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RSM Van Pick-up from Yu Ying Early Dismissal 1:10pm
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Arrival at Dance Exchange (temporary program location), located at 7117 Maple Ave, Takoma Park, MD 20912, by 1:45 pm.
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Snack: 1:45 pm to 2:00 pm.
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Music Exploration Class (Group Lesson): 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm.
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Recess: 3:00 pm to 3:45 pm.
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Dismissal 3:45 pm 4:00 pm (Parent/Guardian Pick-up from Dance Exchange).
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PM Extended Day (Free Play and Practice): 4:00 to 6:00 pm
Extended Day
PM 4:00pm-6:00pm
*Activities offered are subject to change and may change daily.
Snack is provided.
*Please note: Day Program location is subject to change (until the completion of our new building renovations).Fantastic Fridays will be held at Dance Exchange 7117 Maple Ave, Takoma Park, MD 20912.
Located 4min (.6mi) from Richardson School of Music.