Musically Minded — Weekly Music Classes for Preschools & Early Learning Programs
Children playing drums in music class

Early Childhood Music Education  ·  Seattle & Virtual  ·  Since 2003

Weekly music classes that make every child light up.

Research-backed, fully planned, and delivered right to your classroom. Serving preschools and early learning programs — ages birth to 5.

🎵 Ages Birth – 5 📍 In-Person & Virtual ✔ All Materials Included 🎓 Degreed Educators
20+
Years Experience
Birth–5
Ages Served
30 min
Per Session
$0
Prep for Your Staff

The Research Is Clear

Music isn’t enrichment.
It’s how young children learn.

🧠 Why Music in Early Childhood
  • Language development — songs build vocabulary, rhyme, and phonological awareness faster than almost any other method
  • Self-regulation — rhythm and predictable song structures help children manage emotions and transitions
  • Motor development — movement builds gross and fine motor coordination, including cross-lateral development critical for reading
  • Social connection — singing together builds belonging, turn-taking, and community in the classroom
  • Confidence — children find their voice and take learning risks they won’t take anywhere else
  • Kindergarten readiness — supports pre-literacy, counting, sequencing, and sustained attention
🎵 How Our Classes Work
  • 30-minute sessions, weekly or biweekly, delivered directly to your classroom
  • Ages birth to 5 — curriculum tailored to infant, toddler, and preschool developmental stages
  • We bring everything — trained educators, all props, instruments, and lesson plans. Zero prep for your staff
  • Curriculum aligned to CLASS indicators and Pyramid Model outcomes
  • In-person across Greater Seattle, or virtual for programs outside our service area
  • Your teachers participate too — and walk away with songs and ideas they can weave into circle time all week
Children jumping and moving with joy

Simple & Flexible

Fits into your program.
Not the other way around.

📅 Scheduling Options
  • Weekly — most popular; builds routine and consistency for children
  • Biweekly — a great way to get started
  • Multiple classrooms — volume discounts when booking 2 or more classes
✔ What’s Included
  • Trained, degreed educator every session
  • All instruments, props & materials
  • Age-appropriate lesson planning
  • No setup or cleanup for your team
✨ What Directors Notice
Children who were reluctant start moving within minutes. Teachers get a genuine moment to breathe. And at pickup, kids tell their parents they can’t wait to come back.

The Person Behind the Program

Hi, I’m Jocelyn — founder, owner, and still in classrooms every week.

I started Musically Minded because I believe every young child deserves the gift of music — not as enrichment, but as a fundamental way of learning who they are. When you bring Musically Minded into your program, you’re not getting a vendor. You’re getting a partner who genuinely cares about your children and your team.

Jocelyn Manzanarez  ·  Owner & Founder
  • BA in Music Education, University of Montana
  • MA in Music Education, University of Washington
  • ECE Faculty, Green River College
  • Washington State Certified STARS Trainer
  • 25+ years in early childhood education
Our Teaching Team

Every Musically Minded educator holds a degree in Music Education or Music Therapy and is trained specifically for early childhood settings. Experienced, vetted, and passionate about young learners.

Babies playing with maracas in music class

From the Schools We Serve

What directors and educators are saying.

I am so very grateful for the beautiful energy Ms. Jocelyn provides our program. We have been able to reach and maintain important connections with our learners. Thanks to her, our spirits are bright and lively through her music classes.

Rita Calcagno — School Director, Synergy Learning Academy

I want to give a shout out to the wonderful Keisha! She joins us each Friday and it’s a highlight of our week. The kids love her and I just wanted to let you know how much we appreciate her and what a wonderful job she does.

Shawn Severin — Instructional Assistant, Cedar Park SPP

Simple, Transparent Pricing

No contracts. No surprises.
All materials included.

Per 30-minute class session. Volume discount applied automatically when booking two or more classes.

$100
Per Class
Single classroom
Weekly or biweekly
$75
Per Class
Volume rate
2 or more classes

Not sure which option is right? The free demo class is the best place to start.

Book a Free Demo Class

Let’s Connect

See the magic
before you commit.

The best way to know if Musically Minded is the right fit for your program is to experience a class firsthand. Book a free demo and we’ll come to you — no pressure, no pitch, just music and happy kids.

📅 Schedule a Free Demo Class
or fill out the form and I’ll be in touch

You’ll hear back within one business day. I personally respond to every inquiry.

Request a Free Demo
Tell me about your program and I’ll reach out soon.