There were 13 teachers and assistants attending from primary and special schools.
In the morning participants played a balance of drums and percussion instruments together. By creating the music first hand they learnt skills and ideas about what it takes to create rhythms, improvise and be part of a music ensemble.
In the afternoon a handful of children from local schools participated so that the participants could have a go at trying out some of the new skills they had picked up.
Some of the participants comments reflect the learning and outcomes:-
1. WHAT WAS YOUR BIGGEST LEARNING?
Confidence to have a go!
There is no 'right' or 'wrong'
Less instruction allowing people to connect, encourage people to do their thing more.
Not being afraid of it going in a direction I didnt expect
Confidence that I could be musical
So many freely created rhythms can work well together
Loads of ideas and things to try at school
Use your fingers to count them in 1.....2....3...4..!!!!!
Inclusive, confidence-building, fun, energetic.
2. WHAT DID YOU COME FOR? DID YOU GET IT?
New ideas
Singing
To learn how to lead a group of drummers -Yes!
To develop awareness/skill in rhythm activities to use in school
Ideas for what to do with children with learning difficulties
To gain confidence
Yes! feel inspired!!
Yes! lots of good ideas activities and things to try.
3. CAN YOU SEE HOW YOU WILL APPLY THIS AT WORK/IN YOUR LIFE?w
Will use in groups at school to improve co-ordination and self-confidence
Would like more input on special needs...... more... more...more#
Will not let children sit down all through my drum group..... boomwhackers are standing only!!
Very therapeutic and relaxing
I would like to start some kind of drumming club at school if possible
Would like to do adult singing/drumming groups - so therapeutic
Just feel more confident about facilitating drumcircles with the children
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