The Detroit Orff Schulwerk Association is a professional organization for music educators that promotes the teachings of Carl Orff and Gunild Keetman. DOSA is a local chapter of the American Orff Schulwerk Association that was founded in 1969. In our 50 years of service, Detroit Orff has provided a professional learning community for music educators to collaborate, network, sing, dance, and play. DOSA offers five workshops every school year, bringing in some of the best clinicians in the country.
Upcoming Workshops:
February 10, 2024: DOSA Chapter Share
From Storybook to Stage
Books open up new worlds of learning. At this workshop, we will visit a Detroit gem, Source Booksellers, to find inspiration and collaborate to create new lessons inspired by books within the bookstore, right in Midtown!
From Storybook to Stage
Books open up new worlds of learning. At this workshop, we will visit a Detroit gem, Source Booksellers, to find inspiration and collaborate to create new lessons inspired by books within the bookstore, right in Midtown!
Our Most Recent Workshops:
October 14, 2023: Cyndee Giebler
Mining the Volumes The Music for Children Volumes contain many hidden gems. Unearth these treasures with a variety of experiences that are child centered and artistic. Sing, dance, and play your way through this virtual gold mine! |
September 16, 2023: Kate Bright
Elemental Musical Adventures: Composing and Creating with Your Students Let's on on an adventure! In this workshop, we will explore the world of the Orff process and find new ways to sing, say, move and play. Experience different ways of inspiring musical creativity by using children's literature, movement, and manipulatives you may already have at your school. |