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Because music is a way to express one’s self, every lesson is unique in its process and outcomes. It is because of the connection made to every child and the human unpredictability of which is explored. This is why music lessons are structured but allow for open-ended results.
Do you have experiences teaching music to share?
By Maria Grujicic
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welshabba 10:27 pm on January 27, 2012 Permalink |
Ultimately music is self expression. It is important when teaching the techniques of music to help children use them to express themselves as individuals. I did some volunteer teaching of beginner brass instrumentalists and young vocalists years ago. I began by having the singers learn the words first, then the rhythm, then the music itself. In this way they learned what was being communicated and it was easier for them to express themselves through another’s compositiion. It was also a lot of fun to have the children make up their own songs. They could “sing” instead of say what they were thinking or doing. My daughter and I still sing our little Walking Song (1, 2, 3, 4, We’re walking down the street…). The idea is to develop their own unique self-expression. It also facilitated learning in other areas, especially speech and language.
Malena 2:48 pm on January 28, 2012 Permalink |
I like the way you broke it up so it was easier for the children to understand, and then this possibly gave them the confidence to compose their own music. I did some research on the benefits of singing a while ago- it’s very ‘healthy’ to sing. I’ll try and find out more. It’s so important for the children’s self-esteem and mental well being to be able to express themselves and great for social as well! The benefits are endless.
Thanks for prompting such discussion, and sharing your experiences! I’d like to hear the song, I wish I could…