Summer Programs - Orff Certification

32nd Annual Orff Certification Program - 2012

Levels I, II and III

July 2- 13, 2012move 2011

Level I is designed to lay a foundation in Orff techniques, rhythmic and melodic training. Focus in Level I is on the pentatonic scale, simple bordun, basic movement, choral development at the primary level, and the introduction of the soprano recorder.

Prerequisite: Practical experience on an instrument and a firm and recent knowledge of music rudiments equivalent to at least Conservatory Canada: Theory 4 or RCM: Advanced Rudiments (formerly Grade 2 Rudiments)

Enrollment: Limited to 30 students.


Level II includes a review of Level I skills and involves further exploration of Orff theory and pedagogy. Materials and activities are designed to further the musical growth of the participants and to encourage study of lesson planning and curriculum for the elementary years. Recorder classes include the study of both the soprano and alto recorders. Combined warm-ups with students in all levels of the program will be offered during the course.

Prerequisite: Grade of C+ or better in Level I (U of M) plus consent of the instructors.
Enrollment: Limited to 16 students.


Level III is designed for advanced Orff students. Students are expected to create, orchestrate and perform at a high level, and to reach a high standard of competence in the art of teaching using the Orff process, especially at the middle school level. Development of advanced recorder ensemble playing is encouraged, using the full complement of recorders.

Prerequisite: Grade of B or better in Level II (U of M) plus consent of the instructors.

Enrollment: Limited to 10 students.

 

The Faculty for 2012:

Joan Linklater Basic Orff Level I
Brenda Harvey Basic Orff Level II
Marcelline Moody Basic Orff Level III
Jewel Casselman Recorder Levels I, II, and III
Dianne Sjoberg Movement Levels I, II, and III
Carolyn Boyes Choral Techniques I and II
Liz Kristjanson Choral Techniques III

orff 2011
2011 Orff Level 1 group at the University of Manitoba

 2009 group
2009 Orff Certification Group at St. John's Ravenscourt School


For more information about the Orff program, contact:

Joan Linklater, Coordinator
Orff Certification Program
204.474.6194
email

Download the 2012 Application Form

Read the report on the 31st Anniversary (2011) of the Orff Certification Program

Carl Orff and Gunild Keetman have inspired a global movement in music education. Their approach encourages musical creativity based upon solid pedagogical principles and is structured on a sequential development of knowledge and skills.

The Orff approach is not a method, but rather a process that relies on imaginative teachers who are first and fore­most confident and creative musicians! The three-level Orff Certification Program at the University of Manitoba offers an intensive and exciting course of comprehensive instruction in Orff philosophy, pedagogy, orchestration and improvisation. As well as daily instruction in Basic Orff, particular attention is given to in-depth study of choral techniques, movement and recorder.

ENDORSED BY CARL ORFF CANADA

Manitoba Orff Chapter webpage

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