Welcome to the dazzling, itsy-bitsy state of Rhode Island, a place so compact that you could sneeze, and accidentally find yourself in a different town! Don't let its size fool you, though. This little gem, flanked by the magnificent Atlantic Ocean, is brimming with wonder and excitement. In this wonderful realm, there exists a group of extraordinary kids known as the "Tootin' Rhode Rascals". These aren’t your average, run-of-the-mill youngsters. Oh no! They are Rhode Island's proudest brigade of instrument-playing wizards. Let's meet Tuba Timmy, the jolly leader of the gang. With his round glasses perched upon his freckled nose, he can make his tuba sing and dance like a jubilant jellyfish, playing tunes that can tickle your toes and make seagulls groove. Then there's Clarinet Clare. Don't be fooled by her shy demeanor. With a swift flick of her fingers, she can make her clarinet whistle like the wind, creating melodies that make the sunflowers in the fields sway to her tunes. And who can forget Drummer Danny? With his mop of curly hair and a mischievous twinkle in his eyes, he can make his drums roll and rumble like a friendly thunderstorm, setting a rhythm that can make even the grumpiest Rhode Island clam clatter its shell in applause. These Tootin' Rhode Rascals, with their infectious laughter and enchanting symphonies, fill the air of Rhode Island with an orchestra of joy and friendship. They take the smallest state and fill it up with the biggest tunes, proving that size doesn't matter when your heart is filled with music.
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For 50 years, Mary Ann Hall’s Music for Children has been providing children with an exciting and enriching musical education. Our classes are designed to bring the joy of music to children using a unique, multi-sensory approach. Each class tells a story through song, dance, drama, rhythm and rhyme, complete with live guitar, banjo, and piano music every week. Plus, children get to learn by playing with hundreds of instruments. Our classes are age-specific and full of fun, giving children a chance to learn to read music with their eyes, ears, and whole bodies. With over 50 years of excellence, Mary Ann Hall’s Music for Children has brought the joy of music to thousands of children nationwide. Come sample a class and experience our unique and inspiring approach to early childhood music education!