Teach music and singing at school in such a way that it is not a torture but a joy for the pupil; instill a thirst for finer music in him, a thirst which will last for a lifetime.
Zoltán Kodály (1882-1967)
 
a kodaly class

Summer 2024 Kodály Workshops, June 2-14

Join us for joyful Kodály-centered experiences at Wichita State's 2024 SUMMER KODÁLY WORKSHOPS! This year we will once again offer level 1, 2, & 3 for general music teachers and three levels for secondary teachers. As per university policy, social distancing policies will be in place.

Dates: June 2 -14, 2024

Orientation: Sunday, June 2 - More information coming soon!

KMEK Spring Fling & Levels Prep Day: TBA 

Support our Treble Choir Camp by providing tuition waiver funding here.

 

 

General Information

Kodály Handbook, Parking, Housing, and more can be found here.

Faculty

Meet our nationally and internationally known faculty.

Enrollment

You may register for Kodály courses either as a workshop or for credit basis.

Advanced Studies in Kodály

Graduates of our Kodály Program may take further courses to continue their journey.

Treble Choir & NEW Children's Choir

The 2023 Kodaly Treble Choir Camp is Back! Plus, we've added a Children's Choir Camp for students entering 2nd through 5th grade. You can find out more about it here.   Donate to our Crowdfunding site to provide tuition waivers for deserving students!

What is the Kodály Method?

To teach a child an instrument without first giving him preparatory taining and without developing singing, reading and dictating to the highest level along with the playing is to build upon sand.
Zoltán Kodály (1882-1967)

Teach music with JOY! Hungarian composer and music educator Zoltan Kodály believed great musicians were developed from the earliest ages. To that extent, Kodály and his colleagues designed a comprehensive and sequential music education method that:

  • fosters musical understanding and appreciation
  • integrates many of the best ideas, techniques and approaches to music education
  • builds musicianship through singing and movement
  • focuses on teaching music through folk songs, classical music, and other quality materials
  • develops a music literacy in which one can hear in their mind what they see and see in their mind what they hear.

Participants enrolled in the WSU program take part in classes aimed at developing Musicianship, Pedagogy, Teaching Repertoire, Conducting, and Ensemble Music-Making. We offer all three levels, leading to an OAKE endorsed Certificate in Kodály Music Education upon successful completion of Level III. Further, in 2023 we will be offering all three Levels for secondary vocal and instrumental music teachers. One level may be completed each summer. Students have the option to earn five semester credits toward a graduate degree. The courses are also eligible for Teacher Recertifiication Points in many school systems (please check with your district for verification).

Wifi access is provided through the WSU Secure wifi with the user name kodaly.wifi. The 2023 password is TBA.