by Music for Aardvarks and Other Mammals
Parent-and-child music classes built around original songs in a range of styles, from rock to folk. Little ones sing, dance and play simple instruments alongside a live guitar-playing teacher.
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Ages 0–5.
Sold by semester; see website
No fixed schedule is listed. Check the website for current hours.
103 W 73rd St, 10023, in the Upper West Side, Manhattan.
Yes. Music for Aardvarks is indoors, so it works on rainy or cold days.
Registration is handled by Music for Aardvarks and Other Mammals: musicforaardvarks.com.
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