Feb 10, 2023 | Art & Music Outdoors
When I pick up two stones on a beach and begin to tap them together, a slight shiver goes down my spine. Not for negative reasons, but with each clink I am reminded about who I am and where I’m from. I know that thousands of years ago, adults and children will...
Feb 9, 2023 | Art & Music Outdoors, Technologies
In 2013 I had the privilege of working at Broadford Primary School in Romford. The school had put a lot of effort into developing its school grounds. An outdoor music area had been installed and I really liked what I saw. ©Saul and The Junk Orchestra Fixed...
Feb 8, 2023 | Art & Music Outdoors, Developing School Grounds & Outdoor Spaces
Big outdoor musical instruments are a lot of fun. It’s possible to buy or make tunes and untuned percussion instruments. If you are buying an instrument, ask to hear a recording of the sound it makes when played. Do not purchase instruments that have an...
Feb 7, 2023 | Art & Music Outdoors, Early Years Outdoors
This blog post was originally published many years ago. However the process Mile End School Nursery in Aberdeen used to create the music wall remains a good example a process that involves the children and began with their interest in exploring sounds. The nursery...
