Where Musical Joy Begins
At 317 Main, early music education grows with your child. Our Little Roots, Explorer, and Discovery programs offer a welcoming pathway from a child’s very first musical moments through their early years of creative confidence.
Families begin by singing, moving, and playing together in Little Roots; young learners then step into Explorer classes to try instruments, rhythms, and ensemble play; and Discovery builds on those foundations with deeper musical skills, curiosity, and collaboration. Together, these experiences nurture joyful learners, strengthen family connections, and invite every child to experience music as a natural and vibrant part of their world.
Little ones sing, wiggle, and explore simple instruments right alongside their grown-ups. Then in Ready, Set, Grow, children explore their singing voices, play rhythm instruments, and learn through joyful singing games and movement.
Young musicians explore singing, rhythm, and instruments in a playful, low-pressure setting. It’s all about trying new sounds, noticing how music works, and having fun together.
More Ways To Little Roots
Drop in with Emma Wiegand for music-filled mornings and evenings built around playful singing, rhythm, and movement. These welcoming sessions nurture curiosity and connection, giving families songs and activities to carry into their week. No commitment—just come and make music together.
Sing, move, and make music together at a birthday party designed just for little ones. Each party includes a 30-minute musical experience, a handmade instrument craft, and time to celebrate with friends and family.
Fridays + Saturdays, up to 10 children.
Perfect for preschools, daycares, libraries, and community spaces. Our Teaching Artists travel to your space and guide children in joyful singing, movement, and musical play—building connection and sparking a lifelong love of music.
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Rates:
Single Class $135 per class
2-12 Classes Per School Year $120 per class
13+ Classes Per School Year $110 per class
Public Library Discount $80-$110 per class (sliding scale based on need)
Little Roots on the Go Class Offerings (all classes are 45 minutes long)
Little Roots Family Class- for children 0-5 years old with caregiver
Little Roots Infant & Baby Class- for infants 0-18 months with caregiver
Ready, Set, Grow Class - for preschool and preK students (& their classroom teacher when in daycares or preschools)
Daycare & Preschool Facilities
Classroom teachers (or another staff member familiar with the students) must attend class
Classes are limited to 16 students
Frequency of Classes:
Daycares and preschools that sign up for weekly or every other week classes will receive priority in scheduling and booking services. We recommend regularly scheduled classes because they help students learn the songs, routines, and enjoy the music they are learning. Monthly or one-off classes can also be booked based on availability. Libraries and other community facilities that provide “drop-in” classes for families can host classes weekly, every other week, or monthly classes.
Payments:
Payments for Little Roots on the Go classes must be made by cash or check and made out to 317 Main Community Music Center and mailed to:
317 Main Community Music Center, Attn: Nat Peirce
317 Main Street
Yarmouth, ME 04096
Cancellation Policy:
If a Teaching Artist is sick, 317 Main will make every effort to find a substitute to hold class at the same day and time. If we are unable to provide a substitute, 317 Main will work with the organization to plan a make-up class at a mutually agreeable day and time. If the organization cancels class, 317 Main is not responsible for making up the class.
Snow Days and Weather Events:
In the event that the organization chooses to close their facility due to inclement weather or a power outage, 317 Main is not responsible for making up the class.
In the event that 317 Main closes our facility due to inclement weather or a power outage but the organization’s facility remains open, 317 Main will be in touch to schedule a make-up class at a later date.
Say Hello To The Team
Our experienced Teaching Artists create a warm, welcoming space where every child—and every caregiver—can enjoy the wonder of making music together.
Emma Undine Wiegand
Emma is a playful, warm early-childhood music educator who teaches Family, Infant, Ready Set Grow, and Little Roots on the Go classes. Certified in First Steps in Music and trained in theatre, she brings storytelling, silliness, and joyful community-building to every session, helping children and caregivers feel connected and excited to make music together. When she’s not teaching, she’s exploring the woods with her pups or curled up with a good book—often near the water at her beloved Willard Beach.
Ted DeMille
Ted is a longtime singer-songwriter and educator who brings warmth, imagination, and decades of teaching experience to Little Roots. He has written more than 150 songs—including four family music albums—and loves helping children and caregivers discover the magic of singing and playing together. When he’s not teaching, he’s writing songs and stories, making collage, or performing with his bands Magic 8 Ball and Old Eleven.
Miranda MacDonald
Miranda is a vocalist and early-childhood music educator who creates joyful, welcoming spaces where little ones and their caregivers can sing, move, and explore together. With roots in Halifax and Rhode Island, a degree in Music Education, and a lifelong love of folk and choral music, she brings warmth, playfulness, and rich musical influences to every class. When she’s not teaching, she’s often baking, crocheting, or enjoying great food around Maine with her two pups.
David Bartoletti
David is a pianist, organist, and early-childhood music educator who brings warmth, play, and curiosity to his Little Roots classes. A lifelong musician, he’s performed everywhere from cathedral choirs to touring rock and jam bands, and now enjoys helping young families explore music through song, movement, and simple instruments. He lives in Maine with his family, where he’s often found at the piano playing Mister Rogers for his two young daughters.