
Creative communication through sensory music
Course Tutor: Kathryn Crosby
This course is suitable for the musically challenged, the tone deaf and for all people with 2 left feet. (Musical prodigies are also welcome)
Course summary
This is a course for everyone who loves music and who may or may not be a musical genius! The day will be a lively mix of: theory and practice, live and recorded music, children’s songs and pumping sounds! And sensory props and engaging puppets.
Beautiful instruments and recycled rubbish, microphones/switches/Ipads
Everything we cover, you will be able to lift straight into your classrooms.
What you will learn
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How to create a fantastic series of sensory based music lessons on any given theme for all ages and abilities
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How to plan/record/assess sensory music activities
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How to make sensory music meaningful for all abilities in one class
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How to start with the child and develop the activity into a truly individual experience.
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How to become fierce protectors of the creative curriculum within your education setting
“ This was the best music course I have ever attended. Kathryn has such a sense of humour and love for the music she uses, her enthusiasm is infectious. I cant wait to get back into class to try these new ideas out. There are many new sensory ideas I had never thought of, and they are all cheap and easy but so effective. Someone who really understands PMLD!”
Penny Pell NCYPE
Practicalities
To truly feel music we need to move and feel the vibrations through our bodies. Please wear comfortable clothes – no stilettos or ball gowns….!
You might want to record some songs – so bring phones/dictaphones etc. Please all bring one small hand drum and a funky percussion instrument of your choice.