In this show, Jordan and Kevin discuss all thinks related to elementary music education.
In this episode, Jordan and Kevin talk with one of their good friends Raime about how Kodály training has effected their teaching. They also play a games and share a moment of joy. Show Notes: OAKE Benchmarks- Establishing Musical Roots
Show notes: In this episode, we discuss our recent experience at the OAKE conference in Columbus OH. Songs mentioned in the podcast: “Omochio Tsukimasho” “Mexican Dough Song”
In this episode, Jordan and Kevin discuss what musical independence and music literacy looks like in the music room and beyond. They also play a few games and share a moment of joy. Show notes: Useful resource for a Kodály inspired sequencing: First we Sing, Susan Brumfield An American Methodology, Ann Eisen and Lamar Robertson Kodály Today, … Continue reading Episode 3 – Musical Independence →
In this episode, we share out views about singing in the music classroom. Show Notes Quote: “To teach a child an instrument without first giving him preparatory training and without developing singing, reading and dictating to the highest level along with the playing is to build upon sand.” -Zoltán Kodály Resources mentioned in this episode: … Continue reading Episode 2 -Singing →
Show Notes: In this episode we discuss one of Kodály’s most famous quotes about the developing musician. We also play a few games, introduce ourselves and share some joyful moments. OAKE website: oake.org Quote: “The characteristics of a good musician can be summarized as follows: 1. A well-trained ear. 2. A well-trained intelligence. 3. A … Continue reading Episode 1- A Well-Trained Ear, Intelligence, Heart, and Hand →