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
NCAKE 2026-2027 Workshop bundle
NCAKE is excited to bring you a series of workshops designed to inspire, connect, and energize music educators. These sessions are perfect for discovering new teaching strategies, exploring diverse repertoire, and collaborating with fellow educators.
Upcoming Workshops
October 17th – Integrative Alexander Technique for Musicians with Jane Rinard, Presentation High School (in-person & virtual)
January 30th – Elementary Choir with Shane Troll, in partnership with NCAOSA (in-person)
February 6th – From Screen to Score: Using Kodály Methodology to Creatively Teach Performance Repertoire, with Angela Kasper (in-person)
Workshop Bundle Pricing
Take advantage of our bundle pricing and join all three workshops for a season of learning, connection, and professional growth!
Member Bundle — 3 Workshops: $100
Save $5
Non-Member Bundle — 3 Workshops: $150
Save $10
Purchase your bundle HERE today!
Kodály Summer Certificate at the University of Redlands
This summer, NCAKE members and educators from across the region gathered at the University of Redlands Marin campus in San Anselmo for the annual Kodály Summer Certificate program. Led by Dr. Kathy Hickey and the Kodály Center faculty, participants spent three weeks deepening their skills in Kodály philosophy, pedagogy, and musicianship. Dr. Hickey, Gemma Arguelles, and Dr. Niké St. Clair send their congratulations to everyone who completed a level this summer. We can't wait to see the Kodály spirit brought back into your classrooms this fall!
Photo by Robert Lee
Become a member of NCAKE today!
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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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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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