2019 National Board of Election Results
AOSA is pleased to announce the results for the 2019 AOSA National Board of Trustees regional representative election. Regional Representatives: Region III: Meg Tietz Region IV: Rosemary Pilonero Region V: Lori Arner Region VI: Kateri “Kate” Miller We welcome these new trustees to the National Board beginning July 1, 2019 for a service of three… Read more »
2019 International Music Village in Estonia
The theme of year 2019 is “Hand in Hand – Käsikätehen – Käsikäes.” The main presenters are Polo Valléjo (Spain), Christa Coogan (German/USA), Elisa Seppänen & Soili Perkiö (Finland). When: from 21st to 26th of July, 2019 Where: Mooste Manor in Estonia More information Registration is open. Register soon to secure your spot for this… Read more »
AOSA On-line Sales of Publications
AOSA is pleased to announce the on-line sale of publications has resumed. You may purchase these items from AOSA headquarters and have them shipped to your home or school. These publications include collections of articles from past issues of The Orff Echo as well as a brief history of Orff Schulwerk around the world and… Read more »
The Orff Echo seeks articles for Winter 2020 on “Back to Basics”
Orff Schulwerk pedagogy includes an intentional process that uses a variety of deliberate activities, allowing for the adaptation of its application and relevance across time and space. But what is the pedagogy of the Orff Schulwerk? What is the Orff Schulwerk process? And what adaptations have been made by teachers to maintain the relevance of… Read more »
AOSA 2019 Professional Learning Network Series – Level II
Are you contemplating the next step in your Orff Schulwerk journey? Are you considering whether to continue with Level II after completing Level I? Our next Professional Learning Network (PLN) provides an opportunity to dive into the world of Level II through a three-part series: “Why Take Level II?” “What is Level II? (Foundations of… Read more »
AOSA 2019 Professional Learning Network Series
If you have completed Level I but still find yourself wondering how to implement the process of the Schulwerk into your daily routine and teaching, our next Professional Learning Network (PLN) entitled “Level I – Now What?!” is for you! With teacher educators Angela Leonhardt and Connie Van Engen as facilitators, participants will be guided… Read more »
The Orff Echo seeks articles for Fall 2019 on the “Soul of the Schulwerk”
The Orff Echo Editorial Board is seeking submissions for the Fall 2019 issue, “Soul of the Schulwerk.” Submission deadline is February 15, 2019. In the context of music making, the term “soul” has many meanings. It can refer to the way music connects with our students emotionally, or the fact that for many teachers, the… Read more »
Vote Now: 2019 National Board of Trustees Election
The following members have been nominated as candidates for servant leadership on the AOSA National Board of Trustees. Voting is via electronic ballot open from January 4, 2019 to February 4, 2019. Click on any name below to view a picture of the candidate and read their bio and responses to the following topics: The… Read more »
AOSA 2019 Scholarship and Grant Applications Due January 15
In 2018, twenty-five AOSA members were awarded over $35,000 in scholarships and grants to assist with professional development or the purchase of classroom instruments for teachers who work with low-income populations. Thanks to the many individual members and local chapters who contribute these funds that help AOSA fulfill its mission to “…to support the professional… Read more »
Echo Editorial Board Seeks New Members
Have you considered serving AOSA? Do you have a passion for writing and editing? Join our dynamic team of editors on The Orff Echo editorial board. Applications for new editorial board members are being accepted from now until February 1, 2019. To apply, first read the Job Description and the following APPLICANT CHECKLIST, and when… Read more »
