What to Expect at Music Together® Classes in Round Rock, TX
You found us, and now you're probably wondering: what exactly happens in one of these classes? Do I have to sing? Will my baby actually pay attention? What if my toddler just runs in circles the whole time?
Good news: all of that is completely normal here. Music Together® at Birchwood Performing Arts is designed for real families, wiggly babies, opinionated toddlers, and grown-ups who may not have sung out loud since middle school. Here's a peek at what you can expect when you walk through our doors.
A Cozy, Welcoming Space Made for Little Ones
Our Music Together® classroom at Birchwood Performing Arts (4 Galloping Road, Round Rock, TX) is intentionally cozy and intimate. Class sizes are small so every child and caregiver gets real attention.
When you arrive, you'll find a cozy, thoughtfully set up space with a squishy foam mat to sit on, wood floors for dancing and moving, and mirrors along the wall so little ones can watch themselves wiggle and groove. We have cubbies at the entrance for shoes and bags, we're a socks-only space, so everyone settles in comfortably from the moment they walk in. Help yourself to complimentary water, tea, coffee, and sometimes a little snack too. There's no stage. There's no spotlight. Just a warm circle of families ready to make music together.
What Happens During a Music Together® Class?
Every class is about 45 minutes long and follows a natural, child-friendly flow. Here's what a typical session looks like:
Gathering & Greeting (5 min)
As families settle in, Allison, your Music Together® registered teacher, creates a warm, low-pressure arrival. This transition time matters, especially for little ones who need a moment to warm up.
Hello Song (5 min)
Every class starts with the Music Together® Hello song. This ritual gives children a clear, comforting signal that class is starting.
Songs, Rhythm & Movement (30–35 min)
This is the heart of class. You'll move through a mix of:
Singing — familiar songs from your current Music Together® collection, plus new ones each season
Rhythm activities — clapping, tapping, playing simple instruments like drums, shakers, and bells
Movement — dancing, swaying, bouncing, crawling (for babies!), spinning, however your child wants to move
Quiet listening moments — to develop attention and musical awareness
Goodbye Song (5 min)
Every class closes with the Music Together® Goodbye song. This ritual gives children a clear, comforting signal that class is ending — and research shows these kinds of transitions actually support emotional development. It's a sweet moment every time.
Classes are mixed-age by design. Babies absorb everything around them. Toddlers imitate and explore. Preschoolers start to lead and gain confidence. It's a beautiful, natural learning ecosystem — and it works.
Your Role as the Grown-Up
Here's the thing about Music Together® that surprises a lot of new families: you're not just a bystander. You're actually the most important person in the room.
Research shows that children learn music the same way they learn language, by being immersed in it, and by watching the people they love most. When you sing (even off-key), when you clap, when you shake a maraca with genuine enthusiasm, your child is watching and absorbing everything.
So yes, you will be asked to sing. You will be asked to dance. You might feel a little silly. That's the goal.
Allison creates a judgment-free zone where every voice is welcome, no musical experience required. The more you lean in, the more your child will too.
See a Class in Action
Sometimes you just have to see it to believe it. Watch this short video from Music Together Worldwide to get a feel for what class really looks like — wiggles, giggles, and all.
Meet Allison Byrom, Your Music Together® Teacher
Allison Byrom is a registered Music Together® teacher with a deep passion for making music accessible and joyful for every learner, no matter their age or background.
With a background in classical vocal performance, Allison brings serious musical depth to a beautifully non-serious classroom. She believes that every child is musical, and that the grown-ups who show up for them are their most powerful teachers.
Her approach is warm, adaptive, and incredibly encouraging. Whether your little one is a wiggly 6-month-old or a confident 4-year-old who already knows all the words, Allison meets them exactly where they are.
Frequently Asked Questions
We hear these questions all the time, and we love them, because it means you're thinking carefully about what's best for your family.
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Yes. Actually, movement is the whole point.
Music Together® is a research-based program that honors how children really learn, through their bodies, not in a chair.
Wiggly is welcome.
Running the perimeter of the room is welcome, as long as we’re being safe about it.
Your child is taking it all in, even when it doesn't look like it.
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Absolutely not — and we mean that.
Music Together® is built on the belief that all adults are musical, whether or not they've been told otherwise.
You don't need to know how to carry a tune. You just need to show up and try.
Your child doesn't care if you're pitchy. They care that you're singing with them.
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If your child is between 0 and 5, they're the right age.
Babies as young as 6 weeks have come to class and loved it. Infants absorb music deeply, their brains are literally wired for it.
The earlier you start, the more of this critical window you get to fill with music, rhythm, and connection.
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We get it — adding a class to the family budget is a real decision.
Here's what we'll say: Music Together® isn't just entertainment. It's a research-backed developmental program that supports language, cognitive growth, social skills, and the caregiver-child bond.
The weekly class is just the beginning, the songs, the recordings, and the app go home with you and become part of your family's daily life.
We also offer discounts for teachers, healthcare workers, and military families. Just ask!
We never want cost to be the reason a family misses out.
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Comfortable clothes you (and your child) can move in
Socks — shoes go in the cubbies at the entrance, socks-only in the classroom
For babies: anything you need for comfort (pacifier, lovey, etc.)
An open mind and zero expectations — seriously, that's it
We'll take care of the rest.
Complimentary water, tea, coffee, and sometimes snacks (if the teenagers didn’t eat them all) are available.
We provide all instruments and materials during class.
Your seasonal songbook and access to the Music Together® App come with enrollment.
What Round Rock Families Are Saying
Don't just take our word for it — here's what real Birchwood families have shared about their Music Together® experience:
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“My toddler and I absolutely loved going to the Music Together class. She had a great time singing, dancing, and meeting new friends there, and I did too! Birchwood is an awesome place for kids to learn and grow musically.”
- Betty H.
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“We love our Music Together classes at Birchwood! The teacher and the owner are wonderful with children and are encouraging to kids of all ages to feel comfortable with moving to and making music in a laid back environment. My daughter sings the songs on her own and has become comfortable with using the tunes to make up songs with us at home, too. This is an awesome program.”
- Erin A.
Ready to Give Music Together® at Birchwood a Try?
The best way to understand what Music Together® feels like is to experience it.
We offer $30 trial classes so you can come see the magic for yourself, no commitment required.
Have questions first?
Email us at info@birchwoodmusic.com or call/text (512) 641-3653.