Orff Levels Courses

Orff Levels Courses are some of the best professional development opportunities out there for elementary music teachers. 

Learn about the Orff process through active participation and experience music through moving, speaking, singing, performing body percussion, recorder, and playing non-pitched and pitched instruments. 

The Levels courses offered at the University of Alberta are endorsed by Carl Orff Canada and are guaranteed to inspire you whether you are in the beginning, middle, or final stages of your teaching career.  

University of Alberta 
Spring & Summer Music Academy

July 17 - 28, 2017 - Levels I & II
  Level I Ensemble & Pedagogy – Sue Harvie
  Level II Ensemble & Pedagogy – Dr. Robert de Frece
  Level I and II Choral Musicianship - Dr. Robert de Frece 
  Level I and II Movement – Kim Friesen Wiens
  Level I and II Recorder – Wendy Rae

​Members are welcome to join for Choral Musicianship classes (3:20-4:15 PM) on:
​Monday, July 17
Tuesday, July 18
Wednesday, July 19
Friday, July 21
Monday July 24
Tuesday, July 25 
Sharing Session is on Friday, July 28 from 1:30-3:00 PM

Summary:
  • 3 Graduate credits
  • Qualified undergraduate students may apply
  • For more detailed information concerning fees, visit: Office of the Registrar. 

Students not enrolled in a U of A Program must apply for Open Studies status. Once accepted into Open Studies, students may then register in Level I or Level II. Registration by June 30, 2017 is highly recommended. 

For more information visit the U of A Music Academy website. The contact person is Dr. Robert deFrece.

Find Courses In Other Cities

Teacher training in Orff Schulwerk is available at universities and conservatories across Canada: 
Find a list of courses and locations here.

Check out the Music Academy website!

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​Check out the scholarships that are available!