Music And Movement

Join the Esplanade Association and Boston Music Project at the Stoneman Playground on the Esplanade for family-friendly music and movement programming for children and families of all ages!Music & Movement is a summer-long, interactive music program at the Stoneman Playground designed for children and their caregivers. Each week, children will sing songs, dance to music, and enjoy storytime led by trained Boston Music Project teaching artists. Caregivers are encouraged to attend and take part in the music games with their children. When registering, caregivers should select tickets for both themselves and their child/children.There will be two 1-hour sessions (10-11am & 11-12pm) every Friday at the Stoneman Playground from July 15th through September 2nd.The renovated Stoneman Playground features musical instruments installed in 2020 including the all-ages Dance Chimes, stand-up xylophone, and bongo drums! The Stoneman Playground is located in between the Fairfield Street Footbridge and Harvard Bridge (Massachusetts Ave.) on the Esplanade.We look forward to making music and moving with you all summer long!ABOUT THE ESPLANADE ASSOCIATIONThe Esplanade Association (Esplanade.org) is a nonprofit organization that works to revitalize and enhance the Charles River Esplanade, sustain its natural green space, and build community in the park by providing educational, cultural, and recreational programs for everyone. Working in collaboration with the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation, the Esplanade Association is dedicated to improving the experiences of the millions of visitors who enjoy Boston’s iconic riverside park.ABOUT BOSTON MUSIC PROJECTBoston Music Project (BMP) is a creative youth development 501(c)(3) nonprofit offering before, after, and in-school music programming to elementary, middle, and high school youth throughout Boston. For over a decade, BMP has remained committed to building community and joy through music and empowering Boston youth to develop the life-skills needed to find success in all they seek to achieve. Visit [hidden] to learn more!COVID-19 GuidanceThe Esplanade Association and Boston Music Project are following CDC guidelines regarding COVID-19 safety. If you are unvaccinated, we encourage you to wear a mask and maintain proper social distancing. If you are exhibiting symptoms such as a fever, chills, or cough, or any other symptoms associated with COVID-19, please refrain from attending. More Info below.