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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
The Essential Youth Voice Training Series
October - November 2020
LEYMN session: Decolonising music in the early years
Tuesday 3 November 2020
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Fundraising during challenging times
Thursday 19 November 2020
4:00pm - 6:00pm
How to evaluate your impact
Wednesday 2 December 2020
2:00pm - 4:00pm
An introduction to data analysis and report writing
Wednesday 6 January 2021
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Creative collaboration though workshop leading in the early years
Wednesday 13 January 2021
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Inclusive Practice in Action: Diversifying the Workforce
Thursday 11 February - Friday 12 February 2021
I Speak Music London launch event
