Chaotic Harmony 117 - What Do You Get Out of Teaching Orff Levels? p1 - Chaotic Harmony Podcast
Jul 16, 2025
Cat Woo, a teacher educator from Albuquerque, and Joshua Block, an Orff instructor from various locations, share their insights on the value of Orff Levels in music education. They discuss the evolution of teaching methods and the importance of community in the learning journey. Personal stories reveal the joy and challenges of teaching adult students from traditional backgrounds. Additionally, they explore how creativity through movement can enhance learning, making music an engaging and dynamic experience.
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Long-Term Commitment To Teaching Levels
- Joshua took his first Orff level in 2004, shadowed for three years, then began teaching movement and full courses.
- He expanded to teach in New Mexico and San Diego and continues regularly instructing levels.
From Participant To Course Director
- Cat Woo described taking her first Orff level in 2011 and how it launched her career in Albuquerque.
- She later apprenticed as a Level One teacher educator and now directs her home course.
Teach Teachers; They Use It Immediately
- Teach Orff to practicing teachers because they arrive appreciative and ready to apply ideas.
- Use group creativity and peer sharing to spark practical classroom solutions and fresh repertoire.