Orff

In our classroom I primarily use the Orff approach to teaching music. Many people ask and wonder what this means so I thought I would do a post on this today to clear up any questions people may have. It all started with a man names Carl Orff. He was a composer and had a vision for how to teach children music. The following are two quotes from the AOSA: "Carl Orff and Gunild Keetman conceived an approach to building musicianship in every learner through the integration of music, movement, speech, and drama." "In Orff classrooms, children begin with what they do instinctively: play, imitation, experimentation, and personal expression occur naturally as students become confident, life-long musicians and creative problem solvers. The Orff approach to teaching is a model for optimal learning in 21st Century classrooms." This approach can be used to teach all styles and cultures of music which is something I think is very important. Here is a 2 minute video showing an example of what you might see from an Orff based lesson. I hope this is clear and informative! Teaching music to the students of Linden Meadows is very special and important to me. I take it very seriously and I know everyday when I walk through the front doors...that I have the best job ever!! Sincerely, Mrs. Dueck