Orff Music Program
The Music Program combines experiencing and enjoying music as a class. The ORFF approach to music and movement instruction is utilized, with formal weekly lessons provided. A qualified ORFF teacher leads the children in singing, moving, listening, and playing instruments using the Orff approach. This compliments the Montessori approach to learning by sequential mastery of new skills.
Musical concepts of rhythm, pitch, melody and dynamics are gradually introduced and are developed using speech rhythm patterns, singing, body percussion, listening, body movement, and playing instruments. In addition, a music centre in the multi-purpose room offers children the opportunity to enjoy and play musical instruments whenever they choose.