Marion Stafford


Marion Stafford

Marion Stafford is a highly respected Kodály Music educator who has taught throughout all levels – from Preschool to Tertiary.

She is a graduate of Melbourne University and the prestigious Holy Names Summer Institute in Oakland California.

Marion has made a significant contribution to the development of teacher training courses in Melbourne and served as President of the Victorian branch of KMEIA for many years.

Marion is currently the Head of Music in the Junior School at the Wheelers Hill campus of Caulfield Grammar School and directs the Beginning Training Choir of Young Voices of Melbourne.

 

 

Day 3: Wednesday

with Hayley Blakiston

Time Title
Session 4: 14.00 Sing the Story, Sing to Inspire! Two-part and Unison Songs for Your Choir
Kodaly’s love and appreciation of music for everyone was inspiring, as was his mission to preserve the songs of the people. He believed that music education could engage students on a spiritual, cultural, and emotional level. Choosing repertoire for your choir embodies this. It not only builds their music skills but also broadens their understanding of our country. In this session, you will discover beautiful unison and two-part choral repertoire by Australian composers that you can use with your upper primary choir (Years 4 – 6) on different occasions throughout the year. Some pieces can be learnt in a few rehearsals, while others will take time and develop their capacity. Let’s have fun singing through repertoire that will educate, inspire and engage!

 

 

 

All Sessions by Marion Stafford

  • Day 1


  • Session 5: 15:00  - 15:55
    A Positive Start to Choral Singing: A Kodály Approach: Young Voices of Melbourne Training Choir, with representation from some of our youngest members A demonstration rehearsal highlighting techniques for developing vocal, aural, reading and performance skills in a positive and engaging context. How to prepare performances whilst nurturing music learning
    Choral
    Community Choir
    Day 1
    Livestream
    Primary Lower

  • Day 3


  • Session 4: 14:00  - 14:55
    Kodaly’s love and appreciation of music for everyone was inspiring, as was his mission to preserve the songs of the people. He believed that music education could engage students on a spiritual, cultural, and emotional level. Choosing repertoire for your choir embodies this. It not only builds their music skills but also broadens their understanding of our country. In this session, you will discover beautiful unison and two-part choral repertoire by Australian composers that you can use with your upper primary choir (Years 4 – 6) on different occasions throughout the year. Some pieces can be learnt in a few rehearsals, while others will take time and develop their capacity. Let’s have fun singing through repertoire that will educate, inspire and engage!
    Choral
    Day 3
    Primary Lower
    Primary Upper
    Repertoire



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When
Sunday to Wednesday
December 23 to 26, 2022
Where
467 Davidson ave
Los Angeles CA 95716
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