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Level I is designed for anyone with musical training who wishes to acquire basic knowledge and pedagogic foundation in the Orff-Schulwerk approach. This course is recommended for those with no previous Orff-Schulwerk training and will include: studying basic Orff techniques including the use of pentatonic scales, simple bordun, ostinato, and elemental forms; basic body movements including structured and creative movement and their application to the Schulwerk; vocal and rhythmic training; improvisation, and soprano recorder.
Level II is designed for those who have satisfactorily completed an Orff-Schulwerk Level I course. This course will include: the study of all pentatonic scales; review of simple and moving borduns; I-V and I-IV accompaniments; explanation of rhythmic training and continuation into irregular rhythms and meters; vocal, movement, and instrumental improvisation; and soprano and alto recorders.
