
West Jersey Music Academy
a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Music School
Music For Babies & Toddlers
Toddlers In Tow Program!

Toddlers in Tow:
Music & Movement
with Lauren Fittipaldi
The Universal Language of MUSIC
Music is a universal language, and babies and toddlers understand it long before they speak their first words. From the steady beat of a drum to the gentle sway of a lullaby, young children naturally respond to rhythm, melody, and movement. Music helps them connect, communicate, and explore their world with joy and curiosity. In our early‑childhood classes, we nurture that instinctive musicality, giving little ones a playful, loving space to grow, bond, and discover the magic of making music together.



Toddlers in Tow is West Jersey Music Academy’s new joyful early‑childhood music and movement program designed for little learners ages 9 months to 4 years. Led by our warm and energetic instructor, Lauren Fittipaldi, this class gives young children a playful space to explore rhythm, sound, and movement while bonding closely with their caregiver.
Each 45‑minute session blends singing, dancing, instrument play, sensory activities, and guided movement, all thoughtfully paced for babies, toddlers and small children's natural curiosity and developmental needs. Lauren’s gentle, encouraging teaching style helps children feel safe, confident, and excited to participate — whether they’re shaking a tambourine, tapping a xylophone, or discovering new ways to move their bodies.
Through fun, hands‑on musical experiences, children build:
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Early motor skills
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Sensory awareness
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Listening and focus
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Social and emotional confidence
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Joyful parent‑child connection
Our Fall 7‑Week Session runs October 21 through December 16, meeting Wednesdays from 10:30–11:15 AM at our Moorestown location. Families will love this class for its welcoming atmosphere, age‑appropriate activities, and the chance to share meaningful musical moments together.
Whether your toddler is brand new to music or already loves to wiggle and dance, Toddlers in Tow is the perfect place to learn, play, and grow, and ideal for small children with diverse needs.
And the price for this fall is incredible. Just $160 for the first child, and $10 p/wk for the 2nd child, with the 3rd child joining in for free. There is a $15 registration fee, but for prior Music Together with Madeline families, this fee is waived.
Developmental Benefits for Babies & Toddlers
Music supports early development in powerful ways. When babies and toddlers sing, sway, clap, or explore instruments, they’re building essential skills that shape communication, coordination, and emotional growth. Musical play strengthens neural pathways related to language, motor development, and social bonding, helping little ones learn how to listen, respond, and express themselves. Even simple activities — tapping a drum, bouncing to a beat, or vocalizing with a caregiver — nurture confidence, curiosity, and connection. Music truly lays the foundation for lifelong learning.
Five Reasons Music Helps Children with Special Needs
by Sally Keys Jun 7, 2017 Different Dream, School/Education, Special Needs Parenting
Educators the world over are exploring how to use music to help children with special needs. These needs run the gamut from autism spectrum disorders (ASD) to physical disabilities and learning difficulties. Here are 5 reasons learning a musical instrument can help children.
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