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ORFF SCHULWERK 2026
Intro to Orff, Levels I, II, and III
COURSE SCHEDULE 2026
Orff Schulwerk professional development courses focus on pedagogy and a developmental music curriculum. Through the structure and creativity of the Schulwerk, participants can improve their teaching skills.
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June 15-26, 2026 (m-f)
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. @ Wayne State Music Department, Detroit Michigan
Instructors: Deb Navin (Pedagogy), Judy Thompson-Barthwell (Movement), TBD (Recorder)
Level I is for all Music Educators or Undergraduate Seniors. This course gives a foundation of the Orff Schulwerk pedagogy. Participants learn through sing, say, dance, and play just as students learn. This course covers beginning steps in Orff Schulwerk for all aged learners.
Level II is for Educators who have previously completed Orff Schulwerk Level I. This course extends the music foundations introduced in Level I and furthers the music educator's understanding of the Orff Schulwerk pedagogy. Level II will explore modal music, mixed meter, and the application of Level II Orff Schulwerk concepts for children in Preschool through upper elementary school.
June 15-26, 2026 (m-f)
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. @ Wayne State Music Department, Detroit Michigan
Instructors: Brian Burnett (Pedagogy), Judy Thompson-Barthwell (Movement), TBD (Recorder)
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June 15-26, 2026 (m-f)
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. @ Wayne State Music Department, Detroit Michigan
Instructors: Matt McCoy (Pedagogy), Judy Thompson-Barthwell (Movement), TBD (Recorder)
Level III is for Educators who have previously completed Orff Schulwerk Level II. This course extends the music foundations introduced in Level II and furthers the music educator's understanding of the Orff Schulwerk pedagogy. Level III will explore functional harmony and the application of Level III Orff Schulwerk concepts for children in Preschool through upper elementary school.