About this Event
Identifying Musical Talent and Potential invites teachers – both music specialists and non-specialists – to explore how they can ensure the way they teach music gives every child the best opportunity to show their musical talent and potential so it can be spotted, nurtured and developed.
We know that due to family circumstances, culture or background, there is a difference in the levels of prior musical experience which impacts the way children can engage with music in school. The training explores a range of musical games and activities, delving into what they’re really telling us about the young people we work with. We also offer suggestions for making small changes to enable teachers and musicians to spot signs which might otherwise get missed.
We look at creative vs recreative activities, diversity over uniformity, the importance of a curious mindset, time and space for exploration and noise in the classroom. We discuss strategies for working in large classes and when teaching whole class instrumental programmes.
The training is underpinned by 8 Facets of Musical Potential which have been developed in partnership with Lead Facilitator Hugh Nankivell. They’ve been tested in a range of settings including primary, secondary and special schools as well as in the community, and can be applied by someone without any prior musical knowledge. We have a suite of films and other resources to accompany them which illustrate what you might spot and how the facets might manifest themselves.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Linskill Centre, Linskill Terrace, Tynemouth, United Kingdom
GBP 0.00
