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This guide emphasizes the importance of incorporating a variety of music activities, such as teaching songs and rhythm activities, to encourage children's natural appreciation of music. It explores strategies for planning flexible music programs, incorporating different music elements, and utilizing rhythm instruments effectively. By promoting a spontaneous and open attitude towards music, educators can nurture children's emotional expression and basic music concepts in a fun and engaging way.
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Chapter 17Creative Music Goals for Music Activities Planning Music Activities Teaching Songs Variety in the Music Program Rhythm Activities
Goals for Music Activities Overcoming adult approach to music Encouraging spontaneous, open attitude Maintain children’s natural appreciation of music Opportunities to sing variety of songs Exposure to all kinds of music Expression of feelings and emotions Playing simple instruments Learning basic music concepts
Planning Music Activities Flexibility Acceptance Plans Music throughout the day Different kinds of music Change words to songs Sing throughout the day
Music Elements Spiral teaching of: Rhythm Pitch Beat/Accent Timbre Tempo Dynamics Syncopation Texture Melody Harmony Pitch Form Timbre Ostinato
Teaching Songs Choose songs with natural appeal Not all children may participate Choose song in right key for children Be aware of learning songs as complicated process Learn song first yourself Use visual aids Keep and use a song list throughout day
Variety in the Music Program Vary the rhythm of the program Vary the choice of music Vary presentation Vary the schedule Play games with music Cross-curricular use of music Music in the dramatic play center
Using Rhythm Instruments—Strategies Used for a purpose Set up rules for use Let children practice using them Have signals for starting and stopping
