Dalcroze UK

It's Member Monday, so do not miss out on the benefits of membership with Dalcroze UK and visit our Zoom Café this Thursday 6th February for the second of our CPD sessions with Dr Louise Mathieu!

Dr Louise Mathieu, is a retired Professor of the Faculty of Music of Université Laval (Quebec, Canada), the Director of Studies of Dalcroze Canada, and acts as President of the Collège of the Institute Jaques-Dalcroze (Geneva). Louise holds the Dalcroze Diplôme Supérieur (IJD, Geneva) and a Doctor of Arts (New York University).

In the Zoom Café this Thursday 6th February, Louise will continue the focus on tips for conducting. The conductor communicates their musical ideas and intentions in transforming the movements of sounds and their expressive qualities into body movements and gestures.

In this workshop, participants will explore different motor and sensory exercises intimately related to music. Special attention will be given to fundamental movement principles and techniques as applied to conducting.

Whether you are training in Dalcroze Eurhythmics here, or abroad or are a teacher yourself, the CPD sessions in the Zoom Café are not to be missed!

Head to your DUK Members Portal and click on the link to join us at 8.00 pm this Thursday! https://dalcroze.org.uk/dalcroze-uk-member-portal/

Not a member? Dalcroze UK Membership gives access to a wealth of expertise and real-time advice on using Dalcroze Eurhythmics in the classroom and for professional development. Join today or click on the link to find out more. https://dalcroze.org.uk/membership/

It's Member Monday! 🤗

This is this is the last week for our Members to registar for our Spring Course 2025 with their discount! The Early Bird rate also includes discounts for Non Members and Students. But hurry, these exclusive rates end on Friday 31st January 2025! 😱

The course will take place at the Royal Northern College of Music in Manchester, from the 14th to the 17th of April, with registration on the 14th followed by a drinks reception. 🍸🍷🍾🥂

The Dalcroze UK Spring Course is the best short course to find out about Dalcroze. Especially if…

-you are curious about the method and looking for a way to develop a deeper understanding of music, performance, teaching and learning

-have taken part in a Taster Day or joined an online Zoom Cafe

-have been involved in Dalcroze in the past and want to reconnect

-are an experienced Dalcroze practitioner looking to refresh your knowledge, re-connect, and be inspired by others working successfully

…this is the next step 🧐

Dalcroze is a unique and deep way of learning about and understanding the language of music but it’s much more. It is the only method that considers the relationship between sound and movement. By connecting these we develop sensory integration, learning, communication, and social skills. 😮

The contemporary use of Dalcroze in the UK & Ireland in education and performance, therapy, and wellbeing is witness to its far-reaching and inclusive nature. There are classes for complete beginners as well as experienced practitioners and over three days you will work with some of the best national and international Dalcroze teachers. 😁

Click below to find out more, or book your place before the discounts expire!
https://dalcroze.org.uk/event/spring-into-dalcroze-2025/

Spring Into Dalcroze 2025! Dalcroze UK International Spring Course Dalcroze UK International Spring Course 2025 – an unmissable opportunity to find out all you need to know about Dalcroze Eurhythmics! The annual Dalcroze UK Spring Course welcomes all those interested in discovering Dalcroze Eurhythmics, as well as those kee...

Member Monday reminds you not to miss our CPD session in the Dalcroze UK Zoom Café this Thursday 23rd January 2025!

This term the Café welcomes Dr Louise Mathieu, who is a retired Professor of the Faculty of Music of Université Laval (Quebec, Canada). She is also the Director of Studies of Dalcroze Canada and acts as President of the Collège of the Institute Jaques-Dalcroze (Geneva). Louise is a member of the scientific committee of the International Conference of Dalcroze Studies and a frequent lecturer and workshop leader. She holds the Dalcroze Diplôme Supérieur (IJD, Geneva) and a Doctor of Arts (New York University).

In the Zoom Café this Thursday 23rd January and also 6th February, Louise will be focusing on tips for conducting. The conductor communicates their musical ideas and intentions in transforming the movements of sounds and their expressive qualities into body movements and gestures. In these two workshop sessions, the participants will explore different motor and sensory exercises intimately related to music. Special attention will be given to fundamental movement principles and techniques as applied to conducting.

Whether you are training in Dalcroze Eurhythmics here, or abroad or are a teacher yourself the CPD session in the Zoom Café is not to be missed!

Head to your DUK Members Portal and click on the link to join us at 8.00 pm! https://dalcroze.org.uk/dalcroze-uk-member-portal/

Not a member? Dalcroze UK Membership gives access to a wealth of expertise and real-time advice on using Dalcroze Eurhythmics in the classroom and for professional development. Join today or click on the link to find out more. https://dalcroze.org.uk/membership/

Don’t miss what’s coming up on the Dalcroze UK Zoom Café on Thursdays this Spring term!

The Café opens in 2025 with Dr Louise Mathieu for three CPD sessions. Louise holds the Dalcroze Diplôme Supérieur (IJD, Geneva) and a Doctor of Arts (New York University). She is the Director of Studies of Dalcroze Canada and acts as President of the Collège of the Institute Jaques-Dalcroze (Geneva). She is a member of the scientific committee of the International Conference of Dalcroze Studies and a frequent lecturer and workshop leader.

23rd January & 6th February - Tips for Conducting:
These two workshops will reveal how the conductor communicates their musical ideas and intentions in transforming the movements of sounds and their expressive qualities into body movements and gestures. Participants will explore different motor and sensory exercises intimately related to music.

20th February – The Dalcroze Identity and its Pedagogical Features:
In this CPD session, Dr Louise Mathieu will give a presentation on the main characteristics of the Dalcroze method. This will be followed by a discussion with participants on the pedagogical implications.

6th March - Historic Dalcroze: Les Vingts Gestes:
In the last term, the Zoom Café examined some of the less well-known elements from Jacque Dalcroze’s such as ‘The 6 skips’ and ‘Les vingt gestes’ In this session, the Zoom Café will continue this exploration and examine a series of gestures and positions of the body from the Dalcroze concept - ‘Les 20 gestes’. These are a fun way of exploring and expanding movement vocabulary and for expressing many musical concepts within a Dalcroze lesson. Come and find out how.

20th March – Positive Discipline for Music Educators:
Zoom Café welcomes music educator Gillian Corke, who will share her experience of working as a peripatetic teacher, and how she began to make changes to her curriculum delivery method. Gillian will offer her insights on this method, which has proven for over 25 years to transform music environments. Her presentation invites you to make the world a slightly kinder place one note, one lesson, one relationship at a time.

The Zoom Cafe is a fun meet-up that provides a unique and valuable experience of learning and development, whatever your profession or level. So, don’t miss out on your member benefits, join in and click on the link in your member portal this Thursday 14th November at 8.00 pm!
https://dalcroze.org.uk/dalcroze-uk-member-portal/

Not a member? Dalcroze UK Membership gives access to a wealth of expertise and real-time advice on using Dalcroze Eurhythmics in the classroom and for professional development. Join today, or click on the link to find out more.
https://dalcroze.org.uk/membership/

Registration for our Spring Course in Manchester in April 2025 is now open!

Whether you are one of our students, or completely new to Dalcroze Eurhythmics, the Dalcroze UK International Spring Course 2025 is a brilliant opportunity to find out all you need to know about Dalcroze Eurhythmics!

The Dalcroze UK Spring course is the best short course to find out about Dalcroze. Especially if…

• you are curious about the method and looking for a way to develop a deeper understanding of music, performance, teaching, and learning

• have taken part in a Discover Day or joined an online Zoom Cafe

• have been involved in Dalcroze in the past and want to reconnect

• are an experienced Dalcroze practitioner looking to refresh your knowledge, re-connect, and be inspired by others working successfully

…this is the next step

There will be classes for complete beginners as well as experienced practitioners. Over the three days of the course, you will work with some of the best national and international Dalcroze teachers.

Dalcroze is a unique and deep way of learning and understanding the language of music. But it is also much more because it is the only method that considers the relationship between sound and movement. By connecting these we develop sensory integration, learning, communication, and social skills as well as transform your music practice. The contemporary use of Dalcroze in the UK & Ireland in education and performance, therapy, and well-being is witness to its far-reaching and inclusive nature.

Don’t miss this course! Early-bird prices are available until 31st January 2025 and there are additional discounts for members and students.

Find out more here:
https://dalcroze.org.uk/event/spring-into-dalcroze-2025/

Member Monday!

Don't miss out on your member benefits! Login to your member portal on the DUK website, where you can access great resources such as videos of our professional CPD sessions in the Zoom Cafe!

The Zoom Cafe is where all the cool Dalcroze UK cats are hanging out!😎

It will finish this Thursday 12th December for 2024 with its annual Christmas party! 🥳 🎉

This will include a musical quiz, and for the first time, a prize of a free book, DVD or T-shirt from the Dalcroze Bookshop. 🎁

There will also be party-piece songs by members, and everyone can join in and sing if they wish. If you have a song, or a short party piece and wish to share, email [email protected] to help share your music and words for the song on the night. 🎼

The wearing of Christmas jumpers, headbands, earrings and other festive adornments is encouraged! Wine and mince pies are optional! 🎄🥧🍷🎊

Come and join in the festive fun: Thursday, 12th December at 8 pm! https://dalcroze.org.uk/dalcroze-uk-member-portal/

Registration closes soon on the 50% discount offer on the launch of our new Foundation Award course at Warwick!

Our new training centre in the heart of England, within the acoustically designed Rosconn Auditorium at the Warwick School, is the perfect place for you to embark on your new journey into Dalcroze Eurhythmics for 2025!

If you are an experienced musician or music teacher and are looking for a way to develop a deeper understanding of music, performance, teaching, and learning, or to improve your professional practice, then this Foundation Award is for you. A qualification in Dalcroze Eurhythmics can be motivational and inspiring to your teaching or personal practice. Dalcroze UK courses are accredited by the DEIEB and recognised by the Institut Jaques-Dalcroze (IJD) attracting talented artists and educators from the UK, Europe, Asia, and North America. The training consists of practical classes in rhythmics, aural training (solfa/solfège), and improvisation and related studies. On successful completion of the course, students receive an accredited Foundation Award Certificate.

The 50% discount for fees, at an amazing total of just £1,550, is a one-time offer for enrolment for 2025 and will not be repeated. There are also instalments plans to choose from to help spread the cost and generous bursaries available for that extra financial support. So now is the perfect time to ignite your passion for music and embark on a new journey of discovery with experienced, flexible and supportive teachers.

Do not delay, registration closes on Monday 9th December 2024!
https://dalcroze.org.uk/dalcroze-training-weekend-intensive-in-warwick/

Join us this Thursday 28th November at 8.00 pm UK time, for the third and last of our three CPD sessions at the Zoom Cafe with guest tutor Michael Schnack.

In this session, Michael will continue the work with syncopation but add a bit of double vitesse. The use of a further zortziko as well as a rhythmic essay for piano by French composer Charles-Valentin Alkan will be included.

Michael served for 16 years as Artistic Director for the Performing Arts Studios Vienna, a professional musical theatre training academy for college-aged students. From 2012-2016 he served as Director of Choral Activities and Voice Area Coordinator at Muhlenberg College in Allentown, Pennsylvania, where he also conducted stage productions of operas and musicals. Michael earned his certificate and license in the Méthode Jaques-Dalcroze with Jack Stevenson in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. He is now finishing his studies for the diplôme supérieur in Geneva. He currently teaches Dalcroze Eurhythmics, and solfège at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna.

Dalcroze UK Membership gives access to a wealth of expertise and real-time advice on using Dalcroze Eurhythmics in the classroom and for professional development. So, don’t miss out on your member benefits, join in and click on the link in your member portal this Thursday 28th November at 8.00 pm!
https://dalcroze.org.uk/dalcroze-uk-member-portal/

Not a member? Why not sign up and enjoy a whole host of member benefits like the unique space of the Zoom Cafe, which hosts CPD sessions as well as presenting more informal, fun and engaging discussions for learning and development.
https://dalcroze.org.uk/membership/

Registration is now open for our new Foundation Award course in Warwick! But time is ticking down on the window to register and secure your exclusive 50% discount on fees!

To celebrate our new training centre in the heart of England at the Warwick School, Dalcroze UK will be launching a newly structured Foundation Award course. This intensive training consists of practical classes in rhythmics, aural training (solfa/solfège), and improvisation. On successful completion, students receive an accredited Foundation Award Certificate and can then progress to the Intermediate Level, if they wish. The programme has been designed to run over two terms to include 6 weekends between January and June 2025, with 5 online sessions, and a 4-day Spring event.

Dalcroze UK courses are accredited by the Dalcroze Eurhythmics International Examination Board DEIEB and recognised by the Institut Institut Jaques-Dalcroze (IJD). If you have ever been curious about the Dalcroze method and looking for a way to develop a deeper understanding of music, performance, teaching, and learning, then the DUK Foundation Course is your next step.

A qualification in Dalcroze Eurhythmics can be motivational and inspiring to your teaching and personal practice. The course provides ideas and material to work with and unique skills to develop and apply in your work.

The 50% discount applied to fees is a one-time offer for enrolment on the 2025 course and will not be repeated. There are also generous bursaries available for that extra financial support. Registration closes on December 9th, so now is the perfect time to take the plunge for the new year, and embark on your journey into Dalcroze!

Click on the link to register, or find out more.
https://dalcroze.org.uk/dalcroze-training-weekend-intensive-in-warwick/

Dalcroze UK Members don’t miss your Zoom Café this week!

This Thursday 14th November is the second CPD session in the Zoom Café with guest tutor Michael Schnack. After the success of his first session, Michael will continue playing with syncopation patterns on different beats of the 5 bar. The repertoire will include a short vocal piece by Benjamin Britten a zortziko, which is a traditional Basque dance – for piano.

For sixteen years Michael served as Artistic Director for the Performing Arts Studios Vienna, a professional musical theatre training academy for college-aged students. From 2012-2016 he served as Director of Choral Activities and Voice Area Coordinator at Muhlenberg College in Allentown, Pennsylvania, where he also conducted stage productions of operas and musicals (The Learned Ladies, Hansel and Gretel, Hello, Dolly!, Chicago, Street Scene, A Chorus Line). From 2016-2021 Michael served as Department Head for Musical Theater at the Vienna University of Music and Arts.
Michael earned his certificate and license in the Méthode Jaques-Dalcroze with Jack Stevenson in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. He is just finishing his studies for the diplôme supérieur in Geneva. He currently teaches Dalcroze eurythmics, solfège at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna.

Dalcroze UK Membership gives access to a wealth of expertise and real-time advice on using Dalcroze Eurhythmics in the classroom and for professional development. So, don’t miss out on your member benefits, join in and click on the link in your member portal this Thursday 14th November at 8.00 pm!
https://dalcroze.org.uk/dalcroze-uk-member-portal/

Not a member? Why not sign up and enjoy a whole host of member benefits like the unique space of the Zoom Cafe, which hosts CPD sessions as well as presenting more informal, fun and engaging discussions for learning and development.
https://dalcroze.org.uk/membership/

Many congratulations to Diane Daly in gaining her Dalcroze Licence. Diane has been part of a Licence group comprising students from the UK, Ireland and Canada. Thanks to her, the group was able to come together regularly to train in Dalcroze at centre for the Irish Chamber Orchestra that Diane is a member of, on the University of Limerick campus.

Diane completed her PhD (2019) at the same time as she was training on the Licence programme. In her PhD she explored the impacts of Dalcroze and related techniques on her professional performance practice. This has subsequently led to her unique approach to preparing and performing repertoire known as Creative Embodied String Performance (CESP). Diane has now taken up a new role as Head of String at the Royal Irish Academy of Music in Dublin. She is the most qualified Dalcroze teacher in Ireland.

Don't forget to book your FREE place on our Discover Dalcroze Day in the amazing Rosconn Auditorium at The Warwick School, in Warwick!

To launch our brand new venue, Dalcroze UK is offering complimentary places on a day of discovery into Dalcroze Eurhythmics. The experience will be hosted by Jacqueline Vann, Diplôme Supérieur of the Institut Jaques-Dalcroze (IJD), Geneva, and Director of Projects for Dalcroze UK, on Saturday November 16th. The venue is in the modern, beautiful, and acoustically designed Rosconn Auditorium at the Warwick School, Myton Rd, Warwick CV34 6PP

Places are complimentary in celebration of this new venue and are filling up fast! There are a few left, so do not miss out on this exclusive opportunity to come and experience the benefits of the Dalcroze Eurhythmics method for yourself! Members and non members at all levels are welcome.

Click the link below to secure your spot or find out more:
https://dalcroze.org.uk/event/discover-dalcroze-warwick/

Put a spring in your step, and save the dates of the 14th to the 17th of April 2025 for our Spring Course in Manchester!

There will be concessionary prices for students and our members, as well as discounts for early bird rates. Registration will open soon!

For Member Monday, can you answer this question: Do you know about the ‘The Six Skips’ in Dalcroze?

If the answer is maybe, or no, then Join us this Thursday 31st October at 8.00 pm with Jacqueline Vann, DiplômeSupérieur of the Institut Jaques-Dalcroze (IJD), Geneva, and Director of Projects for Dalcroze UK.

Jacqueline will be presenting in the exclusive members space of our Zoom Café to examine some of the less well-known elements from Dalcroze’s work. Skipping is joyful and fun and in DalcrozeToday Marie-Laure Bachman writes about:

“….youngsters who beg for ‘more skipping!’” Dalcroze said about the exercises in skips…” These exercises provide special technical preparation for all the following lessons which involve lively body movements and require lightness, elasticity, and suppleness of leg movements in lively tempos.”

Jacqueline will be examining if these are now redundant or if there is still a place for them in our teaching and learning practice today.
'The Six Skips’ presentation this week promises to be fascinating and informative. Don’t miss out on your member benefits, click on your members portal at 8.00pm on 31st October 2024!
https://dalcroze.org.uk/dalcroze-uk-latest-zoom-recording/

Not a member? Dalcroze UK Membership gives access to a wealth of expertise and real-time advice on using Dalcroze Eurhythmics in the classroom and for professional development. Join today, or click on the link to find out more.
https://dalcroze.org.uk/membership/

Join Kaye Barker & Michael Schnack, both holders of the highest teaching qualification in the method, the Diplôme Supérieur, and Mary Price-O’Connor (holder of the Professional Certificate) for two days of Dalcroze Eurhythmics!

This two-day course on Monday 28th and Tuesday 29th of October 2024 will explore the joy of music through movement with the opportunity to improve your musical skills and discover your creativity!

It is not too late to secure your place. Contact Kaye Barker at [email protected] to register your place on the course or click on the link to find out more.

https://dalcrozemoves.com/dalcroze-courses/

Don’t miss your chance to have two full days of experiencing Dalcroze!

To celebrate a brand new venue in Warwick, Dalcroze UK is offering complimentary places on an amazing day of discovery into Dalcroze Eurhythmics. The experience will be hosted by Jacqueline Vann, Diplôme Supérieur of the Institut Jaques-Dalcroze (IJD), Geneva, and Director of Projects for Dalcroze UK, on November 16th. The venue is in the modern, beautiful, and acoustically designed Rosconn Auditorium at the Warwick School, Myton Rd, Warwick CV34 6PP

In this free day to discover Dalcroze, you can experience how you can help yourself, and your students find a deeper connection and understanding of music by making direct contact with music through the body and movement.

Dalcroze is effective in learning music; is joyful and fun; liberating; builds confidence; and helps students to develop a range of other skills needed to become confident, collaborative musicians, performers, and artists. No other method of music education sets up a student so completely or enables them to be ready to sing, play, perform, and compose.

Places are complimentary in celebration of our new Warwick venue. Do not miss out on your free place and click the link below to find out more and secure your spot. Places are limited, so do not delay and share this with any colleagues who may also benefit from this unique opportunity!

https://dalcroze.org.uk/event/discover-dalcroze-warwick/

Member Monday!

Dalcroze UK Membership gives access to a wealth of expertise and real-time advice on using Dalcroze Eurhythmics in the classroom and for professional development.

The guest tutor on our Zoom Café CPD session this week, on Thursday 17th October, is Michael Schnack, who will approach two subjects – syncopation and meters of 5 – using a musical theater song from Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “Jesus Christ Superstar” and a piano piece by the Russian composer Anatoly Lyadov.

Michael served for 16 years as Artistic Director for the Performing Arts Studios Vienna, a professional musical theatre training academy for college-aged students. From 2012-2016 he served as Director of Choral Activities and Voice Area Coordinator at Muhlenberg College in Allentown, Pennsylvania, where he also conducted stage productions of operas and musicals. Michael earned his certificate and license in the Méthode Jaques-Dalcroze with Jack Stevenson in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. He is just finishing his studies for the diplôme supérieur in Geneva. He currently teaches Dalcroze eurythmics, solfège at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna.

Click on the link in your member portal this Thursday 17th October at 8.00pm!

https://dalcroze.org.uk/event/discover-dalcroze-warwick/

Don't miss this week's Zoom Cafe on Thursday 3rd October at 8.00pm!

Zoom Café has invited two Dalcroze teachers and License candidates to discuss their work. Kathryn Kay and Alison Wise.

Kathryn teaches in the junior department of the Royal College of Music, London, and Alison teaches for Yorkshire Young Musicians, Leeds and Hull. Join in this week and discover how they are applying Dalcroze in their work and shaping the lives of young children in the north and south of Britain.

Go to your members portal and click on the Zoom Cafe link!