School Activities

Listen, think and link Soundbridge experiences with performance, practice, informal and formal music education, as well as humanities and science curriculum. All Soundbridge programs align with the Washington State Essential Learning Requirements (EALRs) for Arts Education.

Advance registration is required for all school/organization visits to Soundbridge. To request a reservation, please fill out our field trip reservation request at least four weeks 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 Reservations@Soundbridge.org for more information or to reserve a space.

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Musical Storytime
Toddler to Kindergarten

Children will sing, dance and play in these 30-minute, interactive workshops. In each class, we’ll listen and move to musical beats; see, touch and play real instruments; and learn to love music through familiar stories and songs.

Program Fee: $3 per child

Reservations: Wednesdays and Thursdays

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Everyone Come Drum!
All Grade Levels

Rhythm and world percussion will be our focus in this 30- to 45-minute, high-energy workshop. Participate in basic rhythm exercises; listen to music from around the world; then put it all together with a fast and furious drum circle – all while learning to work together and play as an ensemble.

Reservations: Wednesdays and Thursdays

Program Fee: $3 per child

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Instrument Exploration
Grades K-8

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: Wednesdays and Thursdays

Program Fee: $3 per child

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Science of Sound
Grades 2-5

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.

Program Fee: $5 per child

Reservations: Wednesdays & Thursdays

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Making Music
Grades 2-8

In this 30- to 60-minute class, students will gain familiarity with the building blocks for music creation and performance, and explore their own creative potential. Flutist and educator Samantha Bosch leads each class in interactive activities including group song and jam sessions, the exploration of musical styles, and collaborative composition through the application of musical terms, concepts and techniques.

Program Fee: $5 per child

Reservations: Wednesdays only

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Songwriting Workshops
Grades K-8

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: $5 per child

Reservations: Thursdays only

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Instrument-Making Workshop
Grades K-8

This 30- to 60-minute class is tailored to your students’ age and interests. Students learn how to make their own instrument to take home.

Program Fee: $5 per child

Reservations: Wednesdays and Thursdays

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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.

Program Fee: $125 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

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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.