ORFF SCHULWERK The Orff Schulwerk program is a model of innovation for certification courses offered in the United States. The University of St. Thomas curriculum features education in subjects required by the American Orff Schulwerk Association: technique and improvisation, analysis and arranging, pedagogy, movement, and recorder – all of which are highlighted in individual classes and integrated through literature study. A distinctive feature of the St. Thomas program is the opportunity for students to engage in practical application of ensemble work in a daily pedagogy hour at each level of study. Faculty: Mary Beth Alexander, Jay Broeker, Mona Mann, Megan Tietz, and Michael Vasquez
AFRICAN MUSIC ENSEMBLE GMUS 671 (2 credits) Sowah Mensah June 15-18 (No Class June 19) 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. CRN: 30165
ORFF SCHULWERK LEVEL II GMUS 732 (3 credits) July 20 | 8:00 a.m.-4:45 p.m. July 21-31 | 8:30 a.m.-4:45 p.m. CRN: 30173
Study of pentatonic, diatonic and modal melodies; melodic ostinato, bordun and shifting chord accompaniments; irregular and changing meters; alto recorder and classroom applications and improvisation; sequential teaching of dance forms and folk dances. Prerequisite: GMUS 731 or equivalent AOSA approved course.
Study of traditional African music (Ghana, West Africa) through music performance. Performance of chants, songs, music for social and festive occasions, and other vocal and instrumental examples selected from a variety of styles. Classes will focus on learning the music so that students will be able to teach it to their own students. Instrumental music will include drumming, xylophone (gyil) music and adenkum (gourd stamping tube). All instruments provided for use in class.
Faculty: Casey Barker, Becca Buck, Leigh Ann Garner, EdD, and Mari Scott
ORFF SCHULWERK LEVEL III GMUS 733 (3 credits) July 20 | 8:00 a.m.-4:45 p.m. July 21-31 | 8:30 a.m.-4:45 p.m. CRN: 30175
KODÁLY LEVEL I GMUS 741 (3 credits) July 6-17 | 8:00 a.m.-4:45 p.m. CRN: 30177 Course Materials Fee: $45
ORFF SCHULWERK LEVEL I GMUS 731 (3 credits) July 20 | 8:00 a.m.-4:45 p.m. July 21-31 | 8:30 a.m.-4:45 p.m. CRN: 30171
KODÁLY INSTITUTE
Improvisation in diatonic modes, asymmetric meters and harmonic accompaniments; ensemble performance of all recorder voices; choreography and improvisation relative to movement and music. Prerequisite: GMUS 732 or equivalent AOSA approved course. ORFF CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT GMUS 735 (2 credits) Diana Hawley, DMA August 3-7 | 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. CRN: 30176 Classroom application of basic Orff vocabulary, theory, sequential skills and concepts to the classroom. Implementation of typical Orff activities in learning experiences designed for elementary students. In-depth objectives for each grade; development of supporting teaching strategies and lesson plans; skills and concepts curriculum grid. Emphasis on application of studies through small-group and peer teaching. Prerequisite: Orff Levels I and II from any AOSA approved course.
The Kodály Institute at the University of St. Thomas offers a certificate program endorsed by the Organization of American Kodály Educators (OAKE). Coursework provides high quality, intensive studies in musicianship, conducting, and ensemble to enable personal growth in musicianship; materials, analysis, classification and retrieval systems to assist students in gathering and systematizing repertoire for their personal teaching situations; and curriculum, pedagogy and instructional techniques to further students’ understanding of and practical experience in designing spiral curricula for literacy-based music education programs using inquiry-based teaching techniques.
Kodály Level I study in musicianship and choral ensemble; materials, analysis, classification and retrieval systems; and curriculum, pedagogy and instructional techniques. Emphasis is placed on teaching grades K and 1.
Basic Orff elemental musicianship, including study of pentatonic melodies, ostinati, bordun accompaniments and elemental forms; soprano recorder technique; classroom application, technique and improvisation; basic movement skills, classroom application and folkdance.
KODÁLY LEVEL II GMUS 742 (3 credits) July 6-17 | 8:00 a.m.-4:45 p.m. CRN: 30178 Course Materials Fee: $45
Kodály Level II study in musicianship and choral ensemble; materials, analysis, classification and retrieval systems; and curriculum, pedagogy and instructional techniques. Emphasis is placed on teaching grades 2 and 3. Prerequisite: Kodály Level I or equivalent.
KODÁLY LEVEL III GMUS 743 (3 credits) July 6-17 | 8:00 a.m.-4:45 p.m. CRN: 30180 Course Materials Fee: $45
Kodály Level III study in musicianship and choral ensemble; materials, analysis, classification and retrieval systems; and curriculum, pedagogy and instructional techniques. Emphasis is placed on teaching grades 4 and 5. Prerequisite: Kodály Level II or equivalent.
Graduate Programs in Music Education
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