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Does Music Move?
The London Early Years Music Network (LEYMN) commissioned LEYMN member Margareta Burrell to explore the role of movement in music-making for young children.
Using Dalcroze principles as a starting point, Margareta observed children to better understand the importance and significance of moving and music. Over the course of six weeks, two groups from the same nursery engaged in similar activities in different spaces – one limiting movement and one encouraging movement.
Her findings were categorised as indicators such as listening skills, vocal skills, movement and creativity and a clear set of outcomes were achieved by both groups. The outcomes specific to each group are interesting: e.g. group one with limited opportunity to move demonstrated greater focus on singing than group two.
For the nursery staff involved, the experience has provided confidence and new skills to continue music making independently.
“I feel encouraged to use the hall space more often for movement, with a better idea about how to manage sessions.”
Upcoming Events
Using and working with musical instruments in early years classes and settings
Thursday 9 January 2020
5:30pm-7pm
How to facilitate co-created music projects
Friday 24 January 2020
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Music and Social Justice Network - Music, Youth and City Life in the Digital Age - Workshop 2
Monday 27 January 2020
3:00pm - 6:00pm
Inclusive Practice in Action: Power and Privilege
Thursday 13 February 2020
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Arts and schools networking event (Merton)
Monday 24 February 2020
4.30pm - 6.30pm
Start Up
Thursday 27 February 2020
10:00am - 1:00pm
Music for young children with SEND
Tuesday 3 March 2020
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Arts and schools networking event (Hounslow)
Monday 9 March 2020
4.30pm - 6.30pm
LEYMN Meeting 2
Wednesday 11 March 2020
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Music and Social Justice Network - Music, Youth and City Life in the Digital Age - Workshop 3
Thursday 26 March 2020
3:00pm - 6:00pm
Get Business Ready
Wednesday 8 April 2020
10:00am-4:00pm
Youth Voice and Participation for Senior Managers: How to develop a culture of shared decision-making with young people
Monday 4 May 2020
10.00am - 1.00pm
