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1 Conversational Solfege June 12-16, 2017 John Feierabend World Folk Dances and Folk Songs June 12-15, 2017 Lillie Feierabend Rhythmic Training and Percussion Ensemble (Drumming) June 26-30, 2017 Jim Solomon

Conversational Solfege June 12-16, 2017 Conversational Solfege is a pedagogical method that develops an understanding of music through the use of rhythm and tonal syllables that gradually evolve into

Applications of Conversational Solfege are ideally suited to elementary general music curricula, choral organizations at all levels, Orff, Kodály, Dacroze, Gordon, high school and college

2 Conversational Solfege June 12-16, 2017 Conversational Solfege is a pedagogical method that develops an understanding of music through the use of rhythm and tonal syllables that gradually evolve into reading, writing, improvisation, and composition skills. This is a literature-driven curriculum. Each rhythm or tonal element is explored in patterns, songs, and themes from classical literature. Applications of Conversational Solfege are ideally suited to elementary general music curricula, choral organizations at all levels, Orff, Kodály, Dacroze, Gordon, high school and college sight-singing and ear-training, class piano, Suzuki, and recorder, band, and orchestral instruments. Dr. John M. Feierabend is considered one of the leading authorities on music and movement development in childhood. He is a professor emeritus and former director of music education at the University of Hartford s The Hartt School and is a past president of the Organization of American Kodály Educators. He is the author of more than 70 books, recordings, and DVDs, many of which served as the inspiration for the award winning PBS children s television series Lomax: The Hound of Music. He has been honored as a Lowell Mason Fellow by the National Association for Music Education (NAfME), named University Educator of the Year by the Connecticut Music Educators Association, received the Outstanding Educator Award from the Organization of American Kodály Educators and the James Bent Award for outstanding achievement in scholarship and creativity from the University of Hartford, and was the first U.S. recipient of the LEGO Prize, an international award given annually to an individual who has made a distinctive contribution to the betterment of children. Non-credit tuition cost for Conversational Solfege is $625. Tuition including two graduate credits is $800. World Folk Dancing and Folk Songs June 12-15, 2017 Humor, love, and exuberance are universal. Community music making builds a bridge where we are offered a glimpse into another culture and are delighted to find ourselves looking back. History, spirit, and heart are present in a country s musical culture. This knowledge can lead to greater awareness and global understanding. This lively workshop will explore a dozen cultures through folk dance, rounds, passing games, play parties, and clapping games. Join us as we meet wonderful people through the gift of their music. Lillie Feierabend is known for her work with young children and instilling a love of music within them. She has been an early childhood and general music educator for the past 30 years and a conductor for the Connecticut Children s Chorus for 17. She has twice been honored with her district s Teacher of the Year Award and in 2008 also received the Outstanding Elementary Music Educator Award from the Connecticut Music Educators Association. She is a frequent clinician at local, state, and national conferences; is adjunct faculty at the University of Hartford; teaches weeklong workshops; and conducts regional honors choirs. Non-credit tuition cost for World Folk Dancing and Folk Songs is $285. Tuition including one graduate credit is $400.

Rhythmic Training and Percussion Ensemble (Drumming) June 26-30, 2017 This class focuses on a wide variety of new rhythmic training activities and repertoire designed to further elementary and middle

3 Rhythmic Training and Percussion Ensemble (Drumming) June 26-30, 2017 This class focuses on a wide variety of new rhythmic training activities and repertoire designed to further elementary and middle schools students and teachers rhythmic expertise. Areas covered every day will include percussion ensemble and technique, improvisation, movement to build beat and rhythm skills, rhythmic exercises, body percussion, and form. There will also be sessions on the teaching process, advanced (adult) conga technique and ensemble, composition, meter, and polyrhythms. This class will be capped at 20 participants. Jim Solomon is an author, clinician, and professional percussionist. He is a retired K-5 music teacher from Osceola Elementary School in St. Augustine, Fla. He presents Orff and percussion workshops nationwide. Non-credit tuition cost for Rhythmic Training and Percussion Ensemble is $625. Tuition including two graduate credits is $800. Tuition and Registration Tuition for any course you are taking for credit is $400 per credit hour. If you take the Conversational Solfege or Rhythmic Training and Percussion Ensemble for credit, you will receive two hours of graduate credit, the cost is $800. If you take Conversational Solfege or Rhythmic Training and Percussion Ensemble for no credit, the cost is $625 (NO graduate credit). If you take World Folk Dancing and Folk Songs for credit, you will receive one hour of graduate credit, the cost is $400. If you take World Folk Dancing and Folk Songs for no credit the cost is $285 (NO graduate credit). Online registration will be available and will begin January 5, 2017 at anderson. edu/music-studies. A $50 non-refundable registration fee is due at the time of registration. This non-refundable registration fee will hold your place in the course(s) you select. Payments can be made through credit card, cash, or check. For questions about online registration and payment, contact Jill Goodwin, kjgoodwin@ anderson.edu or (765) For more information about course content, contact Dr. Joani Brandon, jlbrandon@ anderson.edu or (765) Housing Housing is available on-campus at Anderson University upon request. When registering online for the course(s), there will be an option to register to stay in an on-campus apartment. Apartments have four bedrooms and two bathrooms. Each apartment also has a small kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, and oven/stove. The rate for two people sharing a 4-bedroom apartment is $45 per night. The rate for four people sharing a 4-bedroom apartment is $35 per night. Linens are available for an additional fee. For questions about housing, contact Jill Goodwin, kjgoodwin@anderson.edu or (765)

4 Registration Form (continued on back) Indicate courses for which you would like to register: q I am interested in Conversational Solfege June 12-16, 2017, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Two Hours Graduate Credit No Credit q I am interested in World Folk Dances and Folk Songs June 12-15, 2017, 5:30-9 p.m. One Hour Graduate Credit No Credit q I am interested in Rhythmic Training and Percussion Ensemble (Drumming) June 26-30, 2017, 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Two Hours Graduate Credit No Credit Name Address City State ZIP *Social Security Number Day Phone ( ) Evening Phone ( ) *Date of Birth Baccalaureate Institution Major/Minor Degree Year Two Hours Graduate Credit No Graduate Credit Housing On-campus housing provided: q I will not need housing. q I need housing for days: q Two-bedroom apartment. Two people per apartment. Cost is an extra $45 per person per night. q Two-bedroom apartment. Four people per apartment. Cost is an extra $35 per person per night. Dates housing is needed: *Required for state and federal reporting purposes.

Citizen q Foreign Student: q Permanent Resident of United States Visa type Visa number Country of Citizenship Ethnic Background (optional): q American Indian/Alaskan q Caucasian/White q Asian

5 Registration Form (continued from front) Citizenship Anderson University is required to report student profile information to the state and federal governments. Your responses are confidential and will not influence admission to the university. q U.S. Citizen q Foreign Student: q Permanent Resident of United States Visa type Visa number Country of Citizenship Ethnic Background (optional): q American Indian/Alaskan q Caucasian/White q Asian American/Oriental q African American/Black q Hispanic, Mexican American, Puerto Rican q Other Marital Status: q Single q Married q Divorced q Widowed Military Service: U.S. Military Veteran: q No q Yes, and veteran status Complete online registration or both sides of this registration form and mail to the address below. Please include $50 non-refundable registration fee. Dr. Joani Brandon School of Music, Theatre, and Dance Anderson University 1100 E. 5th St. Anderson, IN anderson.edu/music-studies Anderson University is a Conn-Selmer School

6 06550 School of Music, Theatre, and Dance 1100 East 5th Street, Anderson, IN ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED

Conversational Solfege

Developing Music Literacy Using Conversational Solfege John M. Feierabend Professor Emeritus The Hartt School University of Hartford Available Resources Classical Music for Movement CD-903 Music for Creative