Lifelong Learn. 2015, 5, 23-31
https://doi.org/10.11118/lifele2015050223
Basic Elements of Music-Rhythm, Melody, Harmony - from the Point of View of Alternative Waldorf Education and Psychological-neurological Point of View
Waldorf education consciously uses elements of rhythm in the life of a child along with rhythmical activities used for mastering the topics taught. Apart from phenomenon of rhythm also melody of voice, which Waldorf education defines both for the teacher's work and pupil’s development, is emphasized. It observes melodiousness of spoken and sung expression and since the first grade it thoroughly develops child’s strong relation to rhythm, melody and harmony in music. The contribution searches for support and defence of these pedagogical approaches and introduces rhythm, melody and harmony from the psychological-neurological point of view.
