"A semester-worth of material in an easily digestible format that suits busy educators.
Kodaly in the Choir Room is an excellent resource that delivers relevant and actionable information! After going through the course, I feel prepared to implement new strategies that will benefit my students right away!"
Thomas K.
K-8 Music Teacher
"I was glad this course provided examples (and the hierarchies, especially) for working with older students.
This course gave me the refresher I needed on the method and the process, and gave me ideas for how to start to bring Kodály into my teaching routine with older students."
Sean M.
Adjunct Professor
But Isn't the Kodály Method for Elementary Kids?
Nope. In fact, the Kodály Method lends itself perfectly to the secondary choral setting!
5 Myths About the Kodály Method:
1. The Kodaly Method is only for young children
False: Kodály believed music education should BEGIN in early childhood but that music education is the right of every human being regardless of their age. The Kodály approach can be implemented all the way through college and beyond!
2. The Kodaly Method is rigid
Not true: Kodály’s approach is sequenced and deliberate but it doesn’t have to be rigid. The goal is that everything you do has a reason behind it and is supported by careful scaffolding.
3. The Kodaly Method is too time-consuming
Actually… Many teachers save time in class and rehearsal because a well-developed system means you see faster results and you’re not drilling the same exercises day after day.
4. The Kodaly Method only uses folk songs
Nope. Kodály believed that music of the child’s mother tongue was most appropriate at first. Children should come to know their musical heritage through the music they perform but the goal has always been to branch out into art music and beyond. What we don’t compromise on is the quality of the music we perform – only the best is good enough for a child!
5. The Kodaly Method doesn’t work for choir
Could not be farther from the truth. Two of Kodály foundational principles are the emphasis on music literacy and that the voice
!is the primary vehicle for musical performance. Sounds kind of like… choir
Ready to see what your choirs
are really capable of?
In this course, you'll have:
A personalized curriculum specifically for YOUR choir program
A proven system for finding and using choral repertoire to teach music literacy
A treasure trove of music literacy and sight-singing techniques
1,000+ downloadable pages of resources and slideshows to use in your classroom
Exclusive lifetime access to Members-Only content and community
(A $450 value)
INTRODUCING
Kodály in the Choir Room
Literacy Tools for the Secondary Setting
Are You Ready To Take Control of Your Curriculum?
This 7-module masterclass will give you everything you need to start seeing music literacy through a Kodály-inspired lens and build engaging rehearsals you can be proud of. You’ll learn how to:
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Employ engaging practice activities your students actually enjoy
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Get the most out of your repertoire
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Sequence your curriculum effectively
With a simple shift in mindset and a system backed by best practices, you can supercharge your sight-singing!
One-Time Payment
A one-time payment of
$79
30-DAY MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE
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What's Inside
Kodály in the Choir Room?
MODULE 1
Introduction to Kodály
Understanding who Kodály was as an educator and how his approach to music education came to be are the foundation for "The Method."
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Kodály: The Man and the Method
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The Benefits of the Kodály Method
MODULE 2
Building Your Scope & Sequence
In this module, you'll find clarity in your curriculum and answer the questions: Which systems and sequences are right for me? and How do I actually teach them?
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Rhythm Syllables: Kodály, Takadimi, and Counting
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The Hierarchy of Rhythmic Difficulty
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Dotted Notes and Syncopation
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A Quick Note About Meter
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Solfege: Steps to Literacy
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Putting It All Together: Creating the Scope and Sequence
MODULE 3
Finding Easily Extractable Patterns
This module answers the questions: What are Easily Extractable Patterns and how do you find them in your repertoire?
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Rhythm from Repertoire
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Solfege from Repertoire
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Prepare Before Present
MODULES 4-7
Practice Activities
Modules 4-7 break down six ways your students should be practicing music literacy, and provides examples and resources for each.
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Reading Activities
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Memory and Audiation Activities
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Partwork and Polyphony Activities
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Writing and Composition Activities
This Course Is For You If...
You teach middle school or high school choir, or elementary honor choir
You're frustrated from trying music-reading strategies that aren't working
You know your students can achieve more – you're just not sure how
You wish you didn't have to rely so heavily on teaching by rote
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MEET THE INSTRUCTOR
Hi, I'm Nick Dolan
I believe our experiences with music are deeply personal and unique. It's an experience that changes us, whether we're alone or with others, listening, creating, or performing. Music education, therefore, must be fluid, holistic, alive. This belief about music education – this philosophy – is embodied in Kodály's approach.
I’ve spent the last few years researching and studying the Kodaly method under scholar, composer, and author of the First We Sing series, Dr. Susan Brumfield, as well as Dr. Jill Trinka and other incredible Hungarian and American pedagogues.
I began my Ph.D. in Choral Music Education at Texas Tech University because I have a passion for storytelling and shared experiences, for interacting with the voices of history and culture. These are, I believe, what music gives to the world.
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Kodály in the Choir Room
One-Time Payment
A one-time payment of
$79
30-DAY MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE
Learn more about our 30-day money-back guarantee on our Terms and Conditions.
FAQs
What if I don't have any Kodály experience?
Kodály in the Choir Room is a foundational course.
It’s for choir teachers who are just getting started AS WELL as seasoned "veteran" teachers who feel their approach to music literacy is stagnating and are ready to try something new.
If you don’t have Kodály experience — don’t worry! I’ve got you covered. Included in the program is an Intro to Kodály module that’ll walk you through the basics of who Kodály was and what his approach is all about.
Unless you're already Kodály-certified and have lots of experience with the approach and teaching choir, this course will be an essential tool in your growth as a teacher.
Can I pay with my school funds?
Of course! A receipt is generated upon purchase and you can contact me at nick@nickdolanmusic.com if you need any further vendor information.
I'm Kodály-certified, is this course for me?
If you have completed your OAKE certification, this course probably isn't for you. However, if you have NOT completed your certification and have instead completed levels 1 and 2, this course will be an excellent supplement to your training!
How many hours should I block out for awesome results?
Kodaly in the Choir Room is a self-paced course, meaning you can work as many or as few hours as your schedule allows.
The lessons themselves won't take long to watch, but the magic is in the implementation. I recommend spending about 20-30 minutes per week watching the lessons and maybe 2-3 hours putting them into action for about 2-3 weeks.
Kodaly in the Choir Room is designed for quick implementation and sustainable momentum, meaning once you start implementing the strategies into your teaching and seeing your students respond, you'll want to keep going.
I want to dive in but I'm afraid I won't know where to start!
Not to worry – I'm a master of organization. You're in good hands!
Inside, I've provided you with detailed, step-by-step lessons, as well as checklists and planners to help you stay on track.
Simply follow the roadmap and lessons in the order I've presented and you'll be in good shape!
Are my results guaranteed?
Like anything in life, you will get out of this course what you put into it. While we do offer a 30-day money-back guarantee, the results you get are up to you.
What's your return policy?
I’m 100% committed to Kodály in the Choir Room giving you everything you need to successfully kickstart a new chapter of music literacy in your classroom.
If you are committed to figuring out how this approach can look in your classroom, and you're committed to giving this your best shot, I know you will see results.
And if you can show me that you’ve gone through the steps, did all the work, and you still don’t feel that you have a solid foundation in place, then by all means, reach out within 30 days to get 100% of your investment back.
For more information, please refer to our Terms and Conditions.
I teach elementary, is this still for me?
Absolutely! My specialty with Kodály is specifically with middle school AND elementary. I've been using these same skills and techniques with elementary choirs for years – with very minor tweaks, I promise you the transfer is seamless!
How long do I have access to the course materials?
You have lifetime access to all course content and downloadable resources!