KinderNotes is a weekly early years music education class for Junior Kindergarten and Senior Kindergarten aged children. TCC’s KinderNotes classes feature singing, movement, music reading, rhythmic skills, improvisation and listening games. This is a full-year program from September to May. There is no audition required to join KinderNotes! Registration is now available for the 2024-2025 season!
KinderNotes
Class Information
KinderNotes 1 is for children in Junior Kindergarten (turned 4 by December 31st, 2024). This class meets once a week, with three weekday options.
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Mondays | 5:00-5:45 pm
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Wednesday | 5:00-5:45 pm
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Fridays | 5:00-5:45 pm
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KinderNotes 2 is for children in Senior Kindergarten (turned 5 by December 31st, 2024). This class meets once a week, with three weekday options.
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Mondays | 6:00-6:50 pm
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Wednesday | 6:00-6:50 pm
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Fridays | 6:00-6:50 pm
Location
Classes take place at our offices in Calvin Presbyterian Church, 26 Delisle Avenue (Yonge/St. Clair). Green P parking is available next to the venue.
Registration
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Registration is online only and available on a first come, first served basis.
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A maximum of 12 children can be accomodated for KinderNotes 1 and 14 children for KinderNotes 2 classes.
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Children will be placed in a class based on age, availability, and date preference.
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Sessions begin in September and run until May (with a fall break, winter holidays, and a March Break). Those in KinderNotes 2 will be given the opportunity to sing one song with the Spirito Training Choir in TCC’s annual spring concert in May at the Meridian Arts Centre.
In the event of a withdrawal, please notify Director of Operations, Dominic Eboña via email, at which point you may be entitled to a tuition refund less a $50 non-refundable deposit.​
Tuition
KinderNotes tuition is $750 per chorister in KinderNotes 1 and $775 per chorister in KinderNotes 2.
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What are the payment options?KinderNotes fees are generally paid in a single payment. You may contact our office if you would like to discuss alternative monthly payment arrangements. No financial assistance is available for KinderNotes fees.
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How do I register for KinderNotes?You may register your child for KinderNotes on this page during our registration period, typically open from June to September. Registration is limited to 15 children per class. Please note we do not accept registration over the phone or by email.
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How long is your season?The TCC season begins in September and runs until May. Parents may enroll their children in the second half of our season, starting January, if spots are available.
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How long is each class?Each class is 45 minutes long for KinderNotes 1, and 50 minutes long for KinderNotes 2.
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Is KinderNotes a performing choir?KinderNotes is primarily a music education program. Children in KinderNotes 2 have the opportunity to perform in the Toronto Children’s Chorus’ final season concert in May. This is a great opportunity for any young singers who hope to join a Toronto Children's Chorus Training Choir in the future to get some performance experience and learn from older choristers.
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Does my child have to audition?There is no audition required for admittance into KinderNotes.
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Does my child need to have prior musical experience?Children in the KinderNotes program do not need to have had any previous musical experience. Classes incorporate singing, movement, music reading, rhythmic skill development, listening games, and more to develop their musical skills.
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What ages do you accept?KinderNotes is the Toronto Children’s Chorus’ introductory music education program for Junior and Senior Kindergarten-aged children, from ages 4-6. If your child is old enough to be in Junior Kindergarten in the GTA, then they are best suited for KinderNotes 1. If your child is old enough to be in Senior Kindergarten in the GTA, then they are best suited for KinderNotes 2.
