Music and Movement
Our Professional Development workshops give you the confidence and tools to deliver music lessons in the classroom. Covering basic elements from the F-10 music curriculum, you will develop skills, ideas, and activities for immediate use. All events are designed for both generalist classroom teachers and music specialists.
All workshops are curriculum aligned to the relevant State music syllabus and aligned to AITSL Professional Standards for Teachers. Musica Viva Australia is a NESA-recommended provider because we currently run programs that are NESA-accredited.
Discover how an active, embodied approach to music makes learning engaging, joyful, and meaningful while boosting creativity and confidence. In this workshop, you will learn a variety of movement activities to engage your students through music and dance.
Bring your comfortable clothing and be prepared to clap, stomp and sing your way through this interactive session! This workshop is designed for both generalist and specialist music teachers.
AT THIS WORKSHOP YOU WILL:
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Learn simple, practical strategies to engage students and enhance music learning
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Scaffold activities from simple to more complex
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Learn a variety of warmups, songs and movement ideas centered around whole-body engagement.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
These events are designed for both generalist classroom teachers and music specialists.
While our resources and PD are primarily aimed at Primary School teachers, all are welcome, including:
- primary school teachers
- pre-service teachers
- school leaders with an interest in music education for primary school students
| Kate Robertson |
Kate Robertson completed her Music/Education degree in 2007 at the University of NSW and is currently Head of Music (K-6) at St Andrew’s Cathedral School in Sydney. She has a passion for educating young musicians and is committed to continuing her own professional development through regularly undertaking courses and engaging with professional networks. Kate is currently one of the IPSHA (Independent Primary School Heads Association) NSW Music Umbrella Group coordinators, and is also on the HICES (Heads of Independent Coeducational Schools) Steering Committee. She has an interest in gifted education and has also completed a postgraduate certificate in this area. When not at work, Kate enjoys spending time with her husband and 2 young children at home in the southern suburbs of Sydney. |
