About NCAKE

NCAKE is the Northern California Association of Kodály Educators. It is affiliated with the Organization of American Kodály Educators (OAKE). Kodály Educators use a method of music education that is based on principles developed by noted Hungarian composer, Zoltán Kodály.

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.

NCAKE is the Northern California Association of Kodály Educators. It is affiliated with the Organization of American Kodály Educators (OAKE). Kodály Educators use a method of music education that is based on principles developed by noted Hungarian composer, Zoltán Kodály.

The Kodály philosophy of music education was inspired by Zoltán Kodály (1882-1967), and is based on a vision of the place of music in the intellectual, emotional, physical and social development of every child. Incorporating ideas from many cultures, it places singing at the foundation of musical development . Authentic folk songs and masterpieces of classical music form the basis of the curriculum, in accordance with Kodály’s belief that for a child’s education “only the best is good enough.” Kodály music education is known for its sequential development of skills, emphasis on music literacy, and strong choral programs, a natural flowering of a singing-based curriculum

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