Develop authority and deep appreciation in the field of classical music.
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Join a growing community of life-long adult learners who are passionate about deepening their understanding & appreciation of one of the world’s richest art forms. You’ll gain access to the entire library of resources and can begin learning the story of classical music through reading + listening at your own pace.
Core Features of the Membership
Where music, history, and art converge.
Each lesson connects the dots between music, architecture, history, and art, showing how classical music organizes the complexities of human experience into majestic, cohesive cathedrals of sound. Students will learn the key musical contributions of each era and composer, while developing critical listening skills to recognize what makes each masterpiece unique.
Breaking down complex music terms at the keys.
Through short videos at the piano, music educator Sadie Hoyt breaks down key musical concepts and terms. These bite-sized lessons strengthen musical understanding and deepen the listening experience for learners at all levels.
Immerse yourself in the masterworks.
Membership playlists include the masterpieces covered in each lesson, along with additional works from the same period or composer. These playlists allow families to become immersed in the music of each month’s topic, building familiarity and recognition over time.
CHOOSE YOUR PLAN
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ADAGIO
A simple, story-rich journey into classical music.
The Adagio Tier offers a simple way to explore the world of classical music through guided reading and curated listening. With access to beautifully written lessons and playlists, this tier is ideal for adult learners who want to gently build authority in the field of classical music through stories and sound.
INCLUDES:
- Full access to the Classical Encounters curriculum library
- Scripted, narrative-style lessons on composers and their cultural worlds
- Curated playlists for each topic, composer, and musical era
PRICING FOR ANDANTE:
ANDANTE
A flexible, ready-to-go plan for families and educators with children of all ages.
INCLUDES:
- Full access to the Classical Encounters curriculum library
- Beautiful, story-rich music lessons introducing composers and the worlds they lived in
- Listening, journaling, and quiz activities for Grades 3+
- Optional coloring pages and simple journaling pages for K-3
- Curated playlists that bring each composer and era to life
- Short video tutorials from Sadie introducing key music terms and ideas
PRICING FOR ALLEGRO
ALLEGRO
A complete music + art experience designed to engage every age in your home.
INCLUDES EVERYTHING IN THE ANDANTE TIER, PLUS:Â
- Step-by-step drawing tutorials to immerse students in the worlds of the composers
- PowerPoint presentations showcasing art, architecture, and landscapes from the time periods studied
- Deeper visual immersion into the composers' worlds to spark imagination and historical understanding
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A PEAK INSIDE MEMBERSHIP
Praise for Classical Encounters
MEET THE FOUNDER
Sadie Hoyt
Sadie Hoyt is a classical pianist, educator, and the visionary founder of Classical Encounters, where music history becomes a structured path into beauty. With a mind attuned to both clarity and complexity, she crafts resources that guide children, families, and adult learners through the richly ordered sonic landscapes and cathedrals of classical music. Her work balances poetic storytelling with academic depth—each lesson a carefully designed invitation to listen and understand in order to better appreciate the particular beauty of each era, composer and masterpiece.