2025 Orff Level 1 & 2 Music Teacher Training
August 4-15, 2025 • In Person at the University of Maine
Join the University of Maine this summer for a two-week, interactive course that provides an introductory and in-depth study of the Orff-Schulwerk approach to music and movement education. The American Orff Schulwerk Association has approved this course, which results in Level 1 or 2 certification by AOSA.
With specific applications for general music in grades K-8, topics include movement and musical skill development (singing, speaking, creative movement, and playing percussion instruments and recorder).
Participants may attend the institute for 3 credits or professional development for 60 contact hours/6 CEUs. Candidates will complete a registration form and enroll in MUE 650 (graduate course) or MUS 298 (undergraduate course).
For more information, contact Raphael Okutoro at 207.581.4750 or um.summerprograms@maine.edu.
Instructors
Dr. Daniel Johnson
Professor of Music Education
University of North Carolina Wilmington
Prof. Joan eckroth-riley
Associate Professor of K-12 Music Education
Murray State University
Dr. ERika knapp
Assistant Professor of Music Education
University of North Texas
Program Organizers
dr. laura artesani
Associate Professor, Music Education & Piano
University of Maine
Raphael Okutoro, m.ed.
Manager of Summer Programs and Travel Study
University of Maine
Event Details
- Course:
- MUS 298 0800: Special Subjects in Music (Undergraduate – Level 1)
- MUE 650 0800: Topics in Music Education (Graduate – Level 1)
- Course Description: This two-week, interactive course provides an introductory but in-depth study of the Orff-Schulwerk approach to music and movement education. Intended for in-service music educators, it emphasizes the Orff process as demonstrated and experienced through a range of creative activities and assignments during 60 contact hours. With specific applications for general music in grades K-8, topics include movement and musical skill development. This course is approved by the American Orff Schulwerk Association, and results in Level 1 certification by AOSA.
- Topic: Topics in Choral Music
- Date: August 4–15, 2025
- Location: In person at the University of Maine in Orono, Maine
- Contact Hours and/or CEUs: 60 contact hours and/or 6 CEUS
- Professional Development Credit: 3 credits
- Course: MUE 650 0801: Topics in Music Education (Graduate – Level 2)
- Course Description: Anyone who has completed Level 1 Orff Teacher Training is welcome and encouraged to take Level 2. It includes further development in movement, improvisation, and the introduction of alto recorder. Rhythmic work will include the exploration of changing and uneven meters. Major and minor modes are included, in addition to pentatonic and hexatonic scales. Building upon the skills developed in Level 1, students will observe and experience the pedagogical process of Orff-Schulwerk, and will have the opportunity to discuss classroom experiences that have occurred since completion of Level 1. This course is approved by the American Orff Schulwerk Association, and results in Level 2 certification by AOSA.
- Topic: Topics in Choral Music
- Date: August 4–15, 2025
- Location: In person at the University of Maine in Orono, Maine
- Contact Hours and/or CEUs: 60 contact hours and/or 6 CEUS
- Professional Development Credit: 3 credits
On-Campus Residence Hall
$35–$55 per night (single occupancy)
On campus. Contact the hotel for rates and provide the special code OMISTUDENT.
Close to campus.
Meals will not be provided. For a list of on-campus dining options, visit UMaine Dining.