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Music Education For Young Children

The document discusses key aspects of music teaching methods, including the fixed do' and movable do' systems for solfège. The fixed do' system assigns a fixed pitch to each solfège syllable, while the movable do' system relates syllables to scale degrees. It also describes using hand signs and colored handbells to teach pitch in a visual way. Finally, it provides tips for active listening with children to develop musical understanding.

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Music Education For Young Children

The document discusses key aspects of music teaching methods, including the fixed do' and movable do' systems for solfège. The fixed do' system assigns a fixed pitch to each solfège syllable, while the movable do' system relates syllables to scale degrees. It also describes using hand signs and colored handbells to teach pitch in a visual way. Finally, it provides tips for active listening with children to develop musical understanding.

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TOPIC 3

KEY ASPECTS OF MUSIC 3


The fixed do' system
This system is commonly used in Spain, Portugal, France, Italy, Belgium, Romania,
Latin American countries, French-speaking Canada, China, Russia, Serbia, Ukraine,
Bulgaria, Greece, Iran, Lebanon, Israel and Japan.

The syllables Do, Re, Mi, Fa, Sol (or So), La, and Si (or Ti) are used to name notes
in the same way that the letters C, D, E, F, G, A, and B are used to name notes in
English.

The use of fixed do is more in line with that of absolute pitch, as


the syllables Do, Re, Mi etc. always represent a given note or
sound.
The movable do' system
This system is more commonly
used in Australia, Ireland, the
United Kingdom, the United
States, Hong Kong and English-
speaking Canada.

In this system, each solfge


syllable corresponds not to a pitch,
but to a scale degree: the first note
in a scale is always sung asdo,
the second as re etc.

scale starts on F and therefore an


F is sung as do, a G as re etc.

So the tune Twinkle, Twinkle,


Little Star will always be sung to
do, do, so, so, la, la, so regardless
of whether it starts on a C, an F or
a G.
One method to employ when teaching pitch, whether using fixed or
movable do is the use of solfge hand signs.

Help to cement the understanding of absolute or relative pitch in a


physical and visual way.

Systems that require gross


motor movements to represent
the syllables.

Encourage your child to


use the appropriate sign
while singing the note.

Keep it simple at first to get more confident and knowledgeable also


maintaining your childs perfect pitch without even meaning to do
A very visual and easy way of teaching pitch
to young children is to use handbells.

Using the same colors on different


instruments helps your child to identify
specific pitches and to understand that a C
(or do) has the same pitch, regardless of
the instrument.

Simple way of developing a good ear and in


time they will be able to play wellknown
tunes by hearing the note in their head and
choosing the correct colored instrument.
The importance of listening
Learn about pitch, pulse, ACTIVE LISTENING:
rhythm, harmony, structure, Aids concentration, Learn through
tone and expression builds self-confidence direct ;see live
and encourages learning performances

Calming and More intelligent


relax mode and creative

Show pictures of the


instruments

Talk and encourage them


to identify what they
are hearing (loud, high,
fast, quiet, slow )
Things to remember when listening with your child:
Dont bombard your child with constant music.
Let them experience the beauty of silence and quiet too.

Choose a suitable time in the day,


when your child is most attentive and receptive.

Keep it short but focused.

Ensure that listening time is active.


Talk about the music and get involved.

Listen to a broad range of music but be


sure to include music with a clear structure
and steady pulse. Our list of recommended
music should help you to choose.

Let your child see live performances where possible.

If you sing or play an instrument, make sure that your child hears you playing.

Dont play music too loudly to your child - their ears are a bit more sensitive than yours.

When your child is old enough, let them have their own CD player and selection of CDs if possible, so
that they can have some choice over what to listen to and when.

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