CultuurStation gives your school music as a gift!

Surprise! CultuurStation is giving every primary school in Eindhoven the CultuurStation Music Package. We do this with great enthusiasm to bring music education to life even more for all children in Eindhoven.

Research shows that music education contributes to children's development. Something we are happy to support. Together, we ensure that music remains an integral part of the curriculum.

Every music style is good, as long as you challenge your brain – day in, day out – with something new. Whether you sing in class or use instruments, you stimulate the brain and create an inspiring learning environment.

Why should music have a permanent place in the classroom?

Music does so much more than just improve the atmosphere. Here are a few proven benefits:

• Stimulation of cognitive abilities: by activating both hemispheres of the brain simultaneously.
• Improved focus and self-regulation: by learning to filter out distracting noises and practicing attention and working memory.
• A positive atmosphere in the classroom: music relaxes and connects.

In short: Music education is indispensable! It enriches, strengthens, and connects—a chance you don't want to miss in the classroom.

Download the lesson guides with videos, instructions and examples

In Getting Started with the Package you'll learn how to use the different instruments, how Song Maker works, and how to explore the Interactive Orchestra with young children.

In Music and Basic Skills you'll discover how to use the music package to support the development of core skills. You'll receive tips on how to integrate the musical instruments into your lessons.

In Example Music Lessons Color Orchestra you'll work with students using Song Maker, the resonator bells, and handbells from the colour orchestra, complemented by Boomwhackers. The series consists of two lessons that you can adapt and divide into shorter sessions as needed.

Want to become more confident using the Song Maker program? Sign up for the free Song Maker workshop at CultuurStation.

All downloads were developed in collaboration with music educator Lisa Beekwilder, who contributed her passion and expertise to make them extra inspiring and accessible.

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