Music activities are children’s favorite. Not only could they pave the way for developing children’s musical capabilities in the future, but also music is important to develop children’s physical, social, listening and emotional expression skills, and etc. But, currently in many rural basic level preschools and schools, musical activities are generally missing. The teachers think that they never received the specialized music training, and the instruments such as pianos are lacking in preschools and schools. Usually, musical activities are impracticable due to lack of people or funds. However, Orff Music is a kind of music art education which is pretty suitable to rural regions. It can help teachers to build up the correct idea in children's music education, and realize that children’s music learning starts from language which can attach to the rhythm. Therefore, the specialized instrument is not necessary, but after certain training, an ordinary teacher can provide abundant of music activities for children. Orff Music is active and interesting. It can help the teachers who never received specialized music training to build up self-confidence and realize their potential.

During the training, all the teachers were studying diligently and attentively, and interacting with each other proactively. After training, the teachers gave feedback like this, “we learnt a lot and will apply all the skilles to the practical teaching, and share with other teachers for mutual improvement”.

Training on going

Training on going

Interaction section

Teachers actively  participating in interaction