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Sequential process following a child's natural learning development:Aural - oral -

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What types of music and instruments are used in the classroom?:

Songs of high artistic value, both folk and composed, are used in the Kodaly classroom.
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What are the musical instruments used?:

The voice is the main musical instrument of this method. In his words, "Singing How to Say "I'm a
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connected with movements and action is a much more ancient, and, at the same time,
more complex phenomenon than is a simple song." Various rhythm and tonal instruments
are also used, including xylophones and recorders.

What is a typical lesson like and what are the key concepts learned?: VIEW MORE

Although the Kodaly Method follows a set sequence, the materials used in teaching
musical concepts varies depending on the age of the student. The sequence followed
may be simplified as: listen - sing - understand - read and write - create.

Using this method under the guidance of a certified Kodaly teacher, students can develop
listening skills, sight-singing, ear training, learn how to play instruments, compose,
improvise, sing, dance, analyze, read and write music.

Zoltan Kodaly Quotes:

"Only art of intrinsic value is suitable for children! Everything else is harmful.”

“We should read music in the same way that an educated adult will read a book: in
silence, but imagining the sound.”

"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.”

"Teach music and singing at school in such a way that it is not a torture but a joy for the
pupil; instill a thirst for finer music in him, a thirst which will last for a lifetime."

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Additional Information:

The following resources will help you learn more about the Kodaly Method, teacher
certification and other pertinent information:
Organization of American Kodály Educators

The British Kodaly Academy

Kodaly Music Education Institute of Australia

Kodaly Institute

International Kodaly Society

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