Early Years Classes

I provide early years music classes for pre-schoolers across the GTA!

My classes are grounded in developmentally appropriate themes of seasonal change and nearby nature. My goal is to support positive associations between young children, music and the environment.

““Pete’s ability to meaningfully connect to children & their parents/caregivers through song is awe-inspiring. His music enriches our connection to the land and to one another. Through song, Pete fosters a sense of belonging and encourages others to explore their expression!””
— RECE, College-Montrose Children's Place, Toronto

Babies

~0-12 months | 25-30 mins

  • Emphasis on facial expressions, gross motor and movement

  • Easy to learn songs and actions with emphasis on daily routines

  • Babies can participate on the ground or in caregiver laps

  • Use of scarves and shakers for rhythm and motor skill development

Toddlers

12-24 months | 30 mins

  • Emphasis on repetition, learning actions, fine and gross motor, participation

  • Seasonal songs; Weather; Counting; Parts of body; Walking & movement; Local animals

  • Use of puppets, scarves, shakers and group drum to support engagement

Pre-School

24 months+ | 30-35 mins

  • Exploring basic melody, rhyhtm and scales

  • Addition of storytelling, inquiry-based participation

  • Songs inspired by nearby nature: birds, animals, plants and trees

  • Use of puppets, scarves, shakers and group drum to support engagement

    • Young Peoples Theatre

    • PetiteCare Toronto

    • Toronto Waldorf School

    • Willow Play Cafe

    • West End Parents Daycare

    • Follow the Child Daycare

    • College Montrose Children's Place St-Helens EarlyON

    • High Park Nature Centre

    • College Montrose Children's Place Shaw st. EarlyON

    • Scaddingcourt EarlyON

  • Early years classes rates vary depending on location, number of performances and recurrent bookings. Please contact pdemakos [at] gmail.com for a quote.

  • Songs, music and movement support young children in the development of cognitive, language, motor and social skills. Embedding local nature themed content helps children build a positive and curious relationship with the natural world right outside their doors. Through mimicry, repetition, melody and rhythm, children practice self-regulation skills such as attention and deep breaths while activating their imagination and creativity.

“There has been nothing but amazing reviews about you and your performance. We truly appreciate your time and talent”
— RECE, Scaddingcourt Community Centre, Toronto
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