Presenter:  Kristie Fudge

Research shows that music has the power to affect mood, stress, immunity and social relationships. Playing and listening to music benefits both mental and physical health.

These findings came from the first large-scale review of 400 research papers in the neurochemistry of music which found that music can improve the function of the body's immune system and reduce levels of stress.

This Teacher Forum will present a range of fun music activities that encourage positive thinking, teamwork, creativity and well-being in the primary classroom. 

This is a free event but bookings are essential.

Kristie Fudge is an enthusiastic music educator. She currently teaches Foundation - year 7 Performing Arts at Woodcroft Primary School. As a part of her program, Kristie incorporates a lot of behaviour and values education in her Performing Arts lessons. She also runs dance groups, choirs, and percussion ensembles for students in years 3-7. Kristie has experience in both the Dalcroze and Orff Schulwerk methods of music education. She is on the committee of the Orff Schulwerk Association of South Australia, and is a regular presenter at OSASA and Dalcroze teacher workshops.

Musica Viva Professional Development events focus on developing music education skills, and supporting teachers with tools and techniques for teaching music with confidence in the classroom. They are aimed at both general classroom teachers and music specialists.

All attendees will receive a certificate acknowledging their participation.