Short course for early years, music, and dance professionals
Wednesday 19 August 2009
A short course for members of the early years workforce, music and dance professionals, will take place in Canterbury from FRIDAY 4 to SUNDAY 6 SEPTEMBER 2009. This event will be delivered in partnership by Stepping into Music, which is the Dalcroze Society's acclaimed early years workshop and delivery programme.
'Dalcroze: Music and Movement for Under 5s' is an opportunity for participants to explore for themselves the proven benefits of this type of activity in early years settings. It is a direct learning and professional development opportunity which is suitable for all levels of musical experience, either as a means of developing music and movement provision for the first time, or of extending existing practice. Participants will take part in in-depth workshops, seminars, and discussion opportunities, which will provide them with practical and sustainable skills.
This course should be considered by those who are interested in taking part in the accredited training options offered by Stepping into Music at a later date.
They will:
1) Be provided with a comprehensive introduction to music and movement in early years contexts
2) Learn about 'Dalcroze,' a educational technique which is highly regarded across the music education sector
3) Develop versatile new skills, which can be easily incorporated into their existing practice
4) Learn and develop new songs and activities using the voice and instruments
5) Understand how music and movement can be regularly incorporated into the life of an early years setting
6) Share ideas and experiences with colleagues from both the early years and performing arts sectors
Sessions will be led by Margareta Burrell and Anita Strevens, the Creative Directors of Stepping into Music. Both are highly respected training providers and are qualified Dalcroze practitioners with wide-ranging experience in delivery to this age group, and to parents and supporters.
This event will take place at Canterbury Christ Church University. The cost is £190 per participant.
A flyer/application form can be downloaded here. For further information, please contact the Programme Manager.
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