Kiddos and Kin

Specialties

So much more than a music class, come bond with your child as you play, sing, dance and giggle together. Your child will learn and grow through activities that stimulate brain growth, build motor skills, enhance social-​emotional development & more!

We offer developmentally-​specific educational programs for kids ages newborn to seven. Our Kindermusik curriculum is based on the principals of Kodaly, Suzuki, and Orff. And our mission? It’s simple. Music is the best vehicle for early childhood development and learning. So, we want to empower parents to instill a lifelong love of music and learning in their children. As we say, a good beginning never ends.

Parents: We firmly believe that you are the best teachers for your children. At Kindermusik, we make it easy to involve parents in their children’s education and development. In the classroom, we will guide you with tips and suggestions to enhance your child’s experience. And our home materials extend the magic and learning of Kindermusik into your every day life with your child. Join us today!

History

Established in 2012.

In 2012 we began as «Kindermusik with Shay“‘. In September of 2015 we expanded and reopened as «Kiddos and Kin: the music, movement & ‘magination studio». We continue to offer Kindermusik, as well as Baby Sign Language, private lessons in piano, ukulele & guitar, Summer Camps, Musical Movie Nights, Birthday Parties and much, much, more.

Meet the Business Owner

Shay R.

Business Owner

From cruise-​ships to Off-​Broadway, to being signed to a major label, Shay brings over 20 joyous years of professional singing experience to Kiddos and Kin.

An Early Childhood Music Specialist, Shay Ryan is a proud member of ECMMA (Early Childhood Music and Movement Association) and holds Level I certification. She is licensed to teach all levels of Kindermusik curricula. She is also the co-​writer and emcee of the popular interactive symphonic concert series «Mini Maestros» with the Tacoma Symphony Orchestra.

Shay’s extensive background in Applied Behavior Analysis compliments her masterful teaching. As a former Behavioral Therapist and Program Coordinator through Rutgers University, she has had the pleasure of witnessing monumental growth in the students she has worked with. She has firsthand experience in the power of music and its ability to help facilitate language development and positive peer interaction.