Dara Freimark

Hi, I’m Dara, and I bring joy and connection to little ones through the magic of music!
My family moved from Brooklyn to Larchmont, NY, in 2019, and we’ve loved every moment in this wonderful community. I have two boys—one at Murray Avenue and one at LTNS—who keep me on my toes and inspire my work every day.

Music has always been my first language. As a baby, before I spoke my first words, I would hum the opening notes of the Sesame Street theme song to let my parents know I was ready to watch the show. That love of rhythm and melody earned me the family nickname "Dara Doodle"—a name I’ve grown to cherish as a symbol of childhood wonder and creativity, two things I now celebrate in every class I teach.

Growing up, I was a theater kid through and through: classically trained in voice, starring in school musicals and operas, and even performing at Carnegie Hall. I earned my B.A. in Psychology from the University of Michigan and spent two decades working in production and podcast business development at ABC News, Comedy Central, MTV, and WWE (yes, wrestling!). But it wasn’t until I began singing with my own kids that I found my true calling.

One day at Pinebrook Park, while improvising a silly song about riding a dinosaur into town, a group of children gathered around, laughing and singing along. In that moment, I knew what I wanted to do: nurture creativity, language development, and social connection through music and play.

Today, I lead music classes for babies and toddlers (ages 0–3), host story time events with my puppet Yokey at J. Anderson’s Books in Larchmont, teach private lessons for neurodiverse children, perform at birthday parties, and offer private music pods. My mission is to help families weave music, rhythm, and movement into their daily lives, creating joyful rituals that strengthen bonds and build confidence.

Music offers so much more than fun—it brings powerful health benefits, from reducing stress and anxiety to boosting the body’s immune response. In my classes, I create an inclusive, judgment-free space where families can embrace the joy of singing, reading, and connecting with their community.

Let’s make music together—because life is better when it’s filled with song!