JUST PLAY
Just Play is a whole class multi instrument approach and resource package and is one of two Musical Futures International 'first access' programmes. (The other being Everyone Can Play which is whole class single instrument based- ukulele, guitar, bass and keyboards))
Just Play consists of audio/visual resources and play alongs that support whole class instrumental performing, composing and improvising, Just Play encourages the development of holistic musical skills through playing and creating music as a whole class band.
The positive impact that participation in music-making can engender is one that drives the core Musical Futures aim that classroom music should be fun, engaging and practical - Just Play!
In order to be able to play as part of any ensemble there are many key musical skills and understandings needed such as listening, following, taking turns, understanding how music is constructed, shaped and interpreted, knowing how and why different musical activities are taking place, recognising musical notations, feeling and following a pulse. All (and so many more) are an important part of foundational musical development enables through Just Play.
Just Play is a whole class multi instrument approach and resource package and is one of two Musical Futures International 'first access' programmes. (The other being Everyone Can Play which is whole class single instrument based- ukulele, guitar, bass and keyboards))
Just Play consists of audio/visual resources and play alongs that support whole class instrumental performing, composing and improvising, Just Play encourages the development of holistic musical skills through playing and creating music as a whole class band.
The positive impact that participation in music-making can engender is one that drives the core Musical Futures aim that classroom music should be fun, engaging and practical - Just Play!
In order to be able to play as part of any ensemble there are many key musical skills and understandings needed such as listening, following, taking turns, understanding how music is constructed, shaped and interpreted, knowing how and why different musical activities are taking place, recognising musical notations, feeling and following a pulse. All (and so many more) are an important part of foundational musical development enables through Just Play.
