Discover the Power of Conversational Solfege

An Overview of Conversational Solfege

• Conversational Solfege is a 1st-8th grade general music method that builds independent musicianship by developing true music literacy using a 12-stage method modeled on how students learn language.
• The method focuses on using a variety of authentic folk and classical music.
• The 12 stages include readiness rote, CS rote, CS decode - familiar, CS decode - unfamiliar, CS create, reading rote, reading decode - familiar, reading decode - unfamiliar, writing rote, writing decode - familiar, writing decode - unfamiliar, and writing create.
• CS doesn't use solfege hand signs, opting instead for Froseth-inspired rhythm syllables.
• Conversational Solfege resources are created by Dr. John Feierabend and hosted on GIA Publications. They include teacher manuals, explained DVD sets, pattern flashcards, and a student reading book.
• CS is expected to be used after and in conjunction with the ideas of Dr. Feierabend's First Steps in Music.
• CS has some similarities with Kodaly, but there are notable differences, such as a modified sequence, separation of visual and aural, removal of questioning, lack of hand signs, and no iconic notation.
• Conversational Solfege is not a full curriculum, but it provides enough resources to easily build one based on where your students are at.
• Use Conversational Solfege as a tool to develop true music literacy, build independent musicianship, and develop a love for music and music literacy.
• Dr. John Feierabend developed Conversational Solfege as his response to how he thought a Kodaly sequence and tools should be applied to American music education.
• Conversational Solfege training is offered in levels-style classes held for two weeks in the summer.
• Training is offered at a workshop rate and a university credit rate.
• Attend a CS workshop or training to learn more about the program and its tools.

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