About AOSA – American Orff-Schulwerk Association

The American Orff-Schulwerk Association is a professional organization of educators dedicated to the creative music and movement approach developed by Carl Orff and Gunild Keetman.

Becoming an AOSA member grants you a subscription to our publications, eligibility for scholarships and grants, and online access to a host of classroom resources and other member benefits.

AOSA is also represented by 96 local chapters, offering frequent opportunities to network and participate in professional development.

AOSA is a proud member of The International Orff-Schulwerk Forum Salzburg.

AOSA is a proud member of the NAfME Music Education Policy Roundtable. This group works tirelessly to advocate for music education for all students and in all educational settings.

AOSA is a member of the Teach Music Coalition. This group works tirelessly to provide support for the next generation of music teachers.

Our Mission

to demonstrate the value of Orff Schulwerk and promote its widespread use;
to support the professional development of our members; and,
to inspire and advocate for the creative potential of all learners.

Our Values

Every learner deserves the opportunity to actively create, improvise, sing, play, move, speak, and listen.
Every learner should experience music and dance from cultures represented in both our diverse American society and the larger global community.
Every learner deserves a passionate, committed music educator who values the importance of active music making.
Every Orff Schulwerk educator deserves high-quality opportunities to improve their pedagogy and musicianship through active, collaborative professional development.
Every Orff Schulwerk educator should cultivate the creative potential in all learners.
Every AOSA member deserves opportunities to engage in open and constructive dialogue regarding the future and well-being of their chapter and the national organization

Diversity Statement

AOSA is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive membership, promoting an understanding of issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion and providing teaching and learning resources and professional development that respects, affirms, and protects the dignity and worth of all.

Read more about AOSA’s commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and access here.