What is Orff music?
Orff is a method of teaching music to children invented by a German composer. This style of music education is for ages where children can not receive specialized music education. From a very young age, ie from 3 to 5 years old, your child can learn very basic instruments in this way and have a happy and intimate entry into the world of music. In fact, in this style of music education, a foundation is created for the child to be able to work on more serious instruments in the future. In the Orff class, the child becomes acquainted with the rhythm of reading and playing bells, flute recorders, drums, and a variety of simple instruments. The learning environment is quite happy and childish. The class teacher is well-trained to teach children and can communicate with them. It has been found that children who take this course are easily identified and can find their own specialized instrument at a younger age. The aim of this class is to strengthen motor and mental skills and prepare the child to enter the world of more professional music. Also, the child's musical intelligence coefficient is strengthened in this course. Orff training usually includes the following:
Teaching music in Scotland
Scotland is known internationally for its traditional music, which remained vibrant throughout the twentieth century until the twenty-first century when many traditional forms around the world lost their popularity to pop music. Despite immigration and the growing association with imported music from the rest of Europe and the United States, Scottish music has retained many of its traditional aspects. In fact, it has influenced many forms of music. The city's most famous instrument is the Bagpipe, whose musicians wear Scotland folk costumes. ProClaimers, Simple Minds, Average White band, Clavin Harris, Paolo Notini, Texas, Luis Capaldi, Perioral Scream, etc. are some of the most important Scottish music stars. The legendary King Tut's Wah Wah Hut has been at the forefront of live music in Scotland for decades and today is one of the most famous venues in the world for new and emerging bands. Tartan Hert Music Festival, Transmet Festival, Glass Glow Summer, Eden Festival, Dark Music Festival, etc. are just some of the world music festivals held in Scotland.