Ages 0-4: Roundabout Cantonese Music - Burnaby (In-Person)

Class Duration: 45 minutes

What is Roundabout?

Our In-Person Roundabout Cantonese Music Program!

Roundabout Cantonese Music 氹氹轉音樂圈 is a new music curriculum that is developed by Dorothy (Locy Lee) and Eveline Yu.  Our music curriculum offers a fresh and innovative approach to learning Cantonese through music.

Our Focus:

With a focus on original Cantonese songs, we will explore the wonders of winter through fun and engaging themes such as animals, vehicles, treasure hunting, and Chinese New Year.

Our program is designed to be interactive and immersive, providing a range of activities such as percussion instrument exploration, parachute play, story time, and opportunities to meet and connect with other families.

Join us for an unforgettable musical journey as we discover the rich and vibrant world of Cantonese music together.

Sign up for Roundabout Cantonese Music Program today!
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2024 Winter Semester (10 Weeks):

Thursdays: 10:30am-11:15am PST --- April 4 - June 6

Receive a discount when grandparents bring their grandchildren to class!

Promo Code: SPRING

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Family Time (Age 0-5+): Roundabout Cantonese Music - ONLINE

Class Duration: 30 minutes

What is Roundabout?

Roundabout Cantonese Music 氹氹轉音樂圈 is a new music curriculum that is developed by Dorothy (Locy Lee) and Eveline Yu.  Our music curriculum offers a fresh and innovative approach to learning Cantonese through music.

Our Focus:

Our program is designed to be interactive and immersive, providing a range of activities such as percussion instrument exploration, scavenger hunts, expanding on daily life vocabulary, and parent-child bonding experiences.

Join us for an unforgettable musical journey as we discover the rich and vibrant world of Cantonese music together.

Sign up for Roundabout Cantonese Music Program today!
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2024 Spring Semester (10 Weeks = $136 Cdn):

Sundays: 9am-9:30am PST --- April 14 - June 23

No class May 26

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Ages 5-10: Little Bean Cantonese (Small Group)

Class Duration: 45 minutes

Little Bean Cantonese is a program developed to teach reading and writing in Cantonese. In Beginner Level 1, students will start from the very beginning (一, 二, 三, ...). Each level is 10 weeks long and will cover 50-60 characters. The Lessons include interactive games, conversations, speaking, listening, reading and writing. Weekly assignments are to be completed on SeeSaw.

The students will move from Level 1 Beginner to Level 2, 3, 4 and so on.

This is real-time online zoom course is a great alternative to the traditional 2-hour Chinese school where learning happens from the comfort of your own home. Classes are kept between 6-8 students. Basic conversation in Cantonese is required.

I look forward to our April session! See you then!

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Little Explorers Cantonese Term 1 & 2

On Demand Cantonese Language Program for Children

Suitable for Ages 3-7 years old

Level: Beginner to Intermediate

Length: Each lesson is 20-30 minutes.

Bonus Resources include: jyutping vocabulary list, fun digital games to support learning, FB support group

Lessons:

Our lessons cover vocabulary, songs, stories, activities, games, and writing. Our goal is to have fun while learning. We will incorporate the vocabulary into the fun activities your child will enjoy.

Ms. Cherry will also teach art and technique through drawings, fun casual Cantonese conversations, with some cultural tidbits.

For more information, check out: https://littleexplorerscanto.teachable.com/

Come join us!

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Ages 5-10: Cantonese Stories & Conversations (Small Group)

Class Duration: 45 minutes

In this class, we will be reading picture books together in Cantonese. The goal of this class is to enjoy reading stories together with some light speaking and reading.

Classes will focus:

  • Speaking & Reading & Listening
  • Show & Tell
  • Conversations

Required for this class:

  • Access to zoom for class
  • Access to picture books
  • Basic fluency in Cantonese speaking and listening

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2024 Fall Semester:

January 12 - March 15. Fridays at 3:30pm-4:15pm. 10 Weeks.

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Ages 0-6: Sing-Along in Cantonese (Cantogoose)

Email Eveline if you're interested in starting a group in your location.

This is a free beginner class to Cantonese. We will be singing nursery songs, new and old, in Cantonese, as well as learn some nursery rhymes. We will be using 100% Cantonese - full immersion for 30 minutes! You can do it!

Email Eveline at evelineyu@rnrmusicclass.com for more information.

Previously Held at 519: https://www.the519.org/programs/rhythm-and-rhyme/

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Ages 0-6: Sing-Along in Mandarin

Email Eveline if you're interested in starting a group in your location.


This is a free beginner class to Mandarin. We will be singing in both Mandarin (mainly) and English. We will learn some simple rhymes and traditional nursery songs.

Email Eveline at evelineyu@rnrmusicclass.com for more information.


Previously Held at 519: https://www.the519.org/programs/rhythm-and-rhyme/

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What Do Our Classes Look Like?

We focus on PLAY! We want our parents, grandparents, and caregivers to have fun with their little ones while learning new songs to sing at home.

We start with our Hello Song and end with our Goodbye Song.

In class, you will:

  • meet & greet other families
  • practice our numbers, colours, and everyday vocabulary (food, transportation, daily routine...)
  • move with the music - dance, finger play, clapping to the beat
  • sing - the best age to build a foundation in music development is 0-5 years old!
  • explore percussion instruments - pick up an instrument and jam to the beat
  • have fun!

Classes are 30 minutes long (which is a long time for our little ones to stay focused). Don't worry if you don't know the words - we will provide you links to the songs and lyrics so you can access them when you get home.

If you have older ones at home, we are also offering classes suitable for ages 3-6 and 5-8. Feel free to ask about the courses!

Terms & Policies

Classes are 100% refundable up to 1 week before the start of the first class. Cancellations made within two weeks of the start of class will receive a 50% refund.

If you are unable to attend a class, you can substitute a friend to take your place. Please arrange with your instructor ahead of time.

FAQ

Can siblings attend?

Yes! In fact, siblings under 1 year old are free. Siblings are also welcome in the Online Cantonese Music Circle (ages 0-6).

Do you sell Chinese children's books? I can't find any around me.

Yes we do! All the stories in class are available for purchase. They are available at Yuto Books.
We also take book requests and will try our best to find them for you!