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imagination meets skill and every child finds their voice
Creative Exploration. Confident Expression.
Crescendo Creators bridges the gap between playful learning and foundational musicianship. Designed for children ages 4.5–12, these group classes introduce real music-making through singing, rhythm, ukulele, performance, and creative collaboration.
Led by passionate teachers at Accelerando Music @ The Barn in Alexandria, VA, students explore the fundamentals of melody, rhythm, and expression in an upbeat, confidence-building environment. Each class helps children discover their unique voice, build friendships, and develop the discipline and joy of performing.
Classes are offered weekly in seasonal sessions at our Alexandria location, The Barn.
YES! We do offer free trials, sibling discounts and prorated tuition!
Why Parents Love It
🎵 Builds confidence through group performance
🎸 Encourages teamwork and creativity
🎤 Introduces real instrumental and vocal skills
⭐ Prepares kids for lifelong musicianship
Class Descriptions
Strums and Smiles (4.5-6 Years)
Ukulele and general music for little musicians
Mondays @ 4:30-5:15 | Brynn StClair | The Barn
This upbeat, confidence-building class introduces young learners to ukulele, rhythm, and singing through creative play and structured exploration. Students learn to strum, sing simple songs, and read basic rhythmic patterns while strengthening fine motor skills and confidence.
Singing Sensations Choir (8-12 years)
Confidence through song and performance
Tuesdays @ 4:45-5:30 | Dawn Abed | The Barn
This uplifting children’s choir focuses on vocal technique, harmony, and stage presence. Students learn healthy singing habits, blend, and performance skills while preparing for open mics and community events. Singing Sensations encourages teamwork, expression, and the joy of performing together.
Funky fundamentals (6-8 years)
Building rhythm, melody, and musicianship
COMING THIS WINTER TO THE BARN
Perfect for emerging musicians, this class focuses on rhythm reading, ensemble skills, pitch recognition, and movement-based learning. Students experiment with percussion, Orff instruments, and creative composition, developing coordination, listening, and teamwork along the way.
Meet The Teachers
Dawn Abed - Singing Sensations
Brynn StClair - strums & Smiles
Brynn StClair - strums & Smiles
Mrs. Dawn Abed is one of the most beloved members of the Accelerando Music team and has been with the studio longer than any other instructor. Since joining in 2020, she has become a cornerstone of the Accelerando community, teaching private piano and voice lessons at The Barn and leading the school’s vibrant children’s choir, Singing Se
Mrs. Dawn Abed is one of the most beloved members of the Accelerando Music team and has been with the studio longer than any other instructor. Since joining in 2020, she has become a cornerstone of the Accelerando community, teaching private piano and voice lessons at The Barn and leading the school’s vibrant children’s choir, Singing Sensations, part of the Crescendo Creators program.
Dawn earned her Bachelor’s degree in Music from Longwood University in 2015 and her Master’s degree in Music Education from George Mason University in 2019. During the day, she works as a general music teacher in the Alexandria City Public School system, where she inspires hundreds of students each week through joyful, movement-based, and inclusive music-making. Her strong background in both public education and private instruction allows her to connect deeply with students of all ages and learning styles.
At Accelerando Music, Dawn is known for her encouraging teaching style, strong musicianship, and passion for helping students reach their potential. Whether she’s directing choir harmonies, coaching a young pianist, or guiding a new singer, she brings energy, expertise, and heart to every lesson.
Outside of teaching, Dawn enjoys time with her husband and two children, attending concerts, and discovering new music to share with her students. Her dedication and warmth make her an invaluable part of the Accelerando family.
Brynn StClair - strums & Smiles
Brynn StClair - strums & Smiles
Brynn StClair - strums & Smiles
Brynn StClair is a dynamic educator, singer, and composer who loves sharing the joy of music with children and families across Alexandria and Arlington, VA. She began her musical journey as a violinist before discovering her true passion for singing and classical voice. Brynn earned her Bachelor’s degree in Vocal Performance with an emph
Brynn StClair is a dynamic educator, singer, and composer who loves sharing the joy of music with children and families across Alexandria and Arlington, VA. She began her musical journey as a violinist before discovering her true passion for singing and classical voice. Brynn earned her Bachelor’s degree in Vocal Performance with an emphasis in opera from the University of Utah and went on to complete a Master’s degree in Musicology at Brigham Young University, where she deepened her understanding of the history and culture of music.
Brynn currently serves as the lead teacher for Accelerando Music’s Monday-morning classes in Arlington and the Strums and Smiles ukulele and general music class for ages 4.5–6. She also teaches the beloved Tots with Tempo program at several schools and daycares throughout Alexandria and Arlington, bringing her signature energy, warmth, and creativity to every classroom she visits. Her lessons emphasize connection, imagination, and the idea that every child can find their unique musical voice.
In addition to teaching, Brynn is a professional singer, composer, musicologist, and poet. When she isn’t performing or planning lessons, she enjoys crafting and quilting—she even made a queen-sized quilt for her own wedding on the same sewing machine her mother used for hers. Brynn lives locally with her adorable dog, Miso, who shares her love of cozy music and colorful fabrics.
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