Every parent knows that early development is crucial. But how do you go beyond just "listening to music" to truly build the foundational skills that will help your child excel?
Without a structured, research-backed program, you risk missing the critical window for developing brainpower, emotional intelligence, and true musical literacy.
As Trinidad & Tobago's only certified provider of the internationally recognized Musikgarten® program, our culturally-rich, research-based curriculum is the structured solution that fills that gap, guiding your child on a fun-filled journey to musical proficiency and holistic development.
The Globally Respected Musikgarten® Program
Musikgarten® is a multi-year education program that has been a gold standard for early childhood music education for decades. It is implemented by certified specialists in countries all over the world, from the United States, Canada to Germany and across Asia. This extensive international presence ensures the curriculum is both time-tested and constantly refined by a global community of experts.
Musikgarten® is the only early-childhood music program in Trinidad & Tobago that can see your child through from birth until your child is successfully making music at the piano-keyboard.
We do this through a carefully sequenced plan that we often refer to as the pathway to music literacy. This pathway refers to the way Musikgarten® develops activities, allowing them to evolve in each class in a way that is appropriate to the age and experience of the child.
Trusted Excellence, Tailored for the Caribbean.
When we brought this world-class program to Trinidad & Tobago, we made it our mission to make it uniquely ours. We are the only certified provider, and we've enhanced its dynamism by tailoring the curriculum to be more linguistically and culturally pertinent.
Cultural relevance:
We've placed a strong focus on Spanish, French and German language acquisition and the rich tapestry of our diverse Caribbean musical heritage, exploring genres like Calypso, Parang, Chutney, and local Folk music.
Award-Winning Credibility:
We are proud recipients of the Musikgarten Exemplary Award, and our program has the endorsement of Music Ed department of The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad & Tobago
Peace of Mind:
Your child will learn from highly trained specialists who are part of a global network. This powerful connection ensures our team is always up-to-date on international best practices, giving your child the highest standard of musical education.
Meet Our Founder
As the founder of Alabanza Music, Ms. Lisa Darmanie de Quiñones is a licensed and certified Early Childhood Music & Movement Specialist. With over 20 years in education and almost a decade building a marvellous community of musical member-families, she and her dedicated team bring passion, expertise, and a personal touch to every class.
Our Classes
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Our Formula For Success
At Alabanza Music, success isn’t just about hitting the right notes—it’s about nurturing the whole child and enriching your family’s life through music.
Together, We Create a World of Music, Learning & Connection
✅ A Proven Curriculum
Our age-appropriate curriculum is the most comprehensive in the industry, guiding your child from their very first musical exploration to a lifetime of confident, joyful participation.
✅ Parents as Partners
You are your child’s first and most important teacher! By actively participating in class, you’ll learn simple ways to extend the joy of music at home—building confidence and creating magical bonding moments.
✅ Family Materials Included
From playful recordings to scarves and shakers, we provide everything you need to bring the classroom experience home (or even on-the-go!).
✅ Education for Parents
Curious about the why behind the music? We offer resources that unpack the science of music and movement, giving you deeper insight into how these activities fuel your child’s cognitive, emotional, and physical development.
Hear from Our Member Families
Don't just take our word for it. Here’s what other parents are saying about the transformation they’ve seen in their children.
Dad's Testimony on his Musikgarten experience
We're so confident you'll witness the beginning of your child's transformation, that we're offering a 100% Value Back Guarantee.