Northern California Association of Kodály Educators
The NCAKE mission is inspired by Kodály’s vision of quality music education for all.
We nurture a vibrant community of educators, students and musicians,
by providing learning opportunities and resources that promote musical excellence
and celebrate the diverse cultures of Northern California and beyond.
Announcements
FROM FIELDWORK TO CLASSROOM:
A JOURNEY THROUGH PHILIPPINE SONGS, RHYMES, GAMES, AND DANCE
(SATURDAY, MARCH 28, 2026)
NCAKE is thrilled to announce our workshop with Dr. Miriam B. Factora. This workshop will feature materials she has collected from various regions of the Philippines, highlighting her journey in developing rich educational and cultural resources. Participants will engage in interactive activities that include exploring key musical examples, listening to select field recordings, and performing sample songs, games, and dances.
By the end of the session, participants will gain an introductory understanding of Philippine music and its diverse cultural contexts. Educators will leave with practical resources and innovative teaching ideas for integrating Filipino musical traditions into their classrooms—from early grades to advanced levels. The materials showcased in this workshop stem from Dr. Factora’s extensive fieldwork and years of classroom experience, culminating in a series of publications designed to promote meaningful and culturally grounded music education. Sign up below today!
2026 OAKE National conference Building harmony in community (March 5-8)
Experience Kodály-inspired professional development at the OAKE National Conference!
For more than 50 years, OAKE has brought music educators together from across the country to share best practices and practical strategies for the classroom. This conference is a premier opportunity to deepen your practice and find fresh inspiration within the Kodály approach alongside colleagues from every level of experience.
Register by January 20 for Early Bird Rates!
Now is the perfect time to secure your spot and save. Early bird discounts end on January 20, 2026. As an added bonus, OAKE is currently hosting 7 days of giveaways for anyone registering between January 13 and January 20. You could win prizes like Hilton Hotel gift cards or room upgrades at the historic Palmer House!
This is a fantastic way to experience new Kodály perspectives from all over the world. All are welcome, and the schedule features a wide variety of sessions that explore the intersection of the Kodály philosophy with other educational approaches and diverse musical interests.
Important Dates to Remember
January 20, 2026: Early Bird Registration Deadline
February 23, 2026: Online Registration Closes
March 5, 2026: On site Registration opens in Chicago
Don't let these savings blow away! Visit the OAKE website to register and view a video recap of last year’s conference.
Become a member of NCAKE today!
Visit www.oake.org/become-a-member
Renew your membership using the same link.
Don’t forget to select NCAKE as your local chapter!
Full-time students join for FREE!
Enjoy discounted rates for workshops and chapter events!
NCAKE is an affiliate chapter of the Organization of American Kodály Educators. Click here to learn about the Kodály Concept.
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Photos from the 2024 OAKE National Conference.
PC: Robert Lee
BRIGHT MORNING STARS ARE RISING
50th Anniversary Anthology, Kodály Center at Holy Names University
Anne Laskey & Gail Needleman, Editors
This 50th Anniversary Anthology of the Kodály Center reflects the significant role the Kodály Center has played in implementing Zoltán Kodály's vision for music education in the United States and around the world.
This collection of 26 articles explores the basic tenets of Kodály's vision:
That music is for everybody
That music literacy is a universal right and not a secret language for a select few
That singing is the most human and universal of instruments
That folk music and art music are the most beautiful and lasting of musical forms
In realizing and implementing Kodály’s vision, these articles reflect on bringing Kodály’s ideas to American classrooms, along with articles that investigate Kodály's life and thought, and what these mean for us today. The articles are complimented by writings of some of the many Hungarian master teachers who have worked with Holy Names faculty to develop higher levels of musicianship, excellent materials and clear pedagogical goals in music teacher education.
Email info@kodalyfoundation.org with any questions
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