School Activities
Soundbridge School/Organization Membership and Visits
Listen, think and link Soundbridge experiences with performance, practice, informal and formal music education, as well as humanities and science curriculum. All Soundbridge exhibits and programs align with the Washington State Essential Learning Requirements (EALRs) for Arts Education.
An annual Soundbridge school/organization membership ($75) includes the opportunity to experience Soundbridge exhibits for free with advanced registration. Check out the programs we offer to enhance your Soundbridge experience.
Advance registration is required for all school/organization visits. Reservation requests (see below) must be submitted one month before preferred visit date.Classes do fill quickly; please note that field trip requests are honored on a first-come, first-served basis, and that your requested date is not guaranteed. Call 206.336.6613 or email soundbridge@soundbridge.org for more information or to reserve a space.
The following field trips are included with your Soundbridge school/organization membership ($75). Groups are allowed up to two visits per month for each of the following classes.
Exploration Time
Any Age
Visit Soundbridge as a class to explore our exhibits, try your skills at WiiTM music, play real symphonic instruments, and experiment with our new Songsmith® songwriting software.
Reservations: Call 206.336.6613 or email soundbridge@soundbridge.org to reserve your spot today!
Musical Storytelling
Ages 2 - 5
This 30-minute class is a unique opportunity for children to connect music to some of their favorite stories. In each class, we read a story and play music that relates to the book. Children sing songs and play musical games, and frequently see and play symphonic instruments.
Reservations: Musical Storytelling is available for reservation Wednesdays through Fridays, at select times.
Reserve your spot today!
Everyone Come Drum!
All Ages
Learn about a different musical genre each week, practice playing together as an ensemble, and enjoy 45 minutes of guided drum circle fun!
Reservations: Everyone Come Drum! is available for reservations Wednesdays & Thursdays, at select times.
Reserve your spot today!
Instrument Exploration
Ages 5+
This 30-minute class is tailored specifically to your class and to your students’ interests. Children are given the opportunity to learn about and play real symphonic instruments.
Reservations: Instrument Exploration class is available for reservation on Wednesdays and Thursdays, at select times.
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The following classes may require extra program fees in addition to Soundbridge school/organization membership. See below for details.
Science of Sound
Ages 7-11
Understand music’s relationship to math, physics, biology and psychology. Explore the idea of sound waves and vibrations; watch sound waves on an oscilloscope; learn about acoustics; and more. The program satisfies EALRs 1.1, 2.3, 4.2
Program Fee: First class of 30 visitors free with Soundbridge school membership ($75). Additional visitors and/or presentations are $2 per person.
Reservations: Science of Sound class available for reservation on Wednesdays & Thursdays at 11am.
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Songwriting Workshops
Ages 5+
Led by singer/songwriter David Paul Mesler, these 60-minute workshops encourage creative thinking and uncover new musical talents as students work together to write a unique song. Students will learn basic concepts of music composition and gain positive exposure to the creative musical process.
Program Fee: First class of 30 visitors free with Soundbridge school membership ($75). Additional visitors and/or presentations are $2 per person.
Reservations: Songwriting Workshops are available for reservation on Thursdays at 11am.
Reserve your spot today!
Instrument-Making Workshop
Ages 5+
This 30- to 60-minute class is tailored to your students’ age and interests. Children learn how to make their own instrument to take home.
Program Fee: First class of 30 visitors free with Soundbridge school membership ($75). Additional visitors and/or presentations are $2 per person. Additional materials fee of $1 is applied to all participants.
Reservations: Instrument-Making Workshops are available on Wednesdays & Thursdays at select times.
Reserve your spot today!
Symphony on Wheels
Many of the programs listed above can come to your school or organization! The colorful Symphony on Wheels van arrives at your school with education staff, volunteers and orchestral instruments. This program is intended to motivate students to participate in their school's instrumental music program.
Program Fee: $75 per class, plus a travel fee starting at $50. Materials fees may also apply.
Reservations: Available anytime! Call 206.336.6613 or send us an email.
Instruments generously provided by Mills Music with the Yamaha Corporation and the Selmer Company; Symphony on Wheels van contributed by Seattle Rotary
Click here to learn about other Seattle Symphony Education Programs for teachers and students.
Field Trip Reservation Request
Please note: Reservation requests must be received at least four weeks before preferred date. Requests are subject to availability and will be honored on a first-come, first-served basis.
Thank you for considering Soundbridge for your next field trip! We will contact you within five business days regarding your request. Please call 206.336.6613 or email us if you have any questions or concerns.
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