Carl Orff quotes

Carl Orff was a German composer and music educator, internationally recognized for his scenic cantata "Carmina Burana." His innovative approach to music education led to the development of the Orff Schulwerk method, which emphasizes creativity and movement. He influenced generations of musicians and remains a central figure in twentieth-century music pedagogy. Here are 5 of his quotes:

Since the beginning of time, children have not liked to study. They would much rather play, and if you have their interests at heart, you will let them learn while they play; they will find that what they have mastered is child's play. (Carl Orff)

Experience first, then intellectualize.

Carl Orff

Elemental Music is never just music. It's bound up with movement, dance and speech, and so it is a form of music in which one must participate, in which one is involved not as a listener bust as a co-performer.

Carl Orff

I am often asked why I nearly always select old material, fairy tales and legends for my stage works. I do not look upon them as old, but rather as valid material. The time element disappears, and only the spiritual power remains. My entire interest is in the expression of spiritual realities. I write for the theater in order to convey a spiritual attitude.

Carl Orff

Tell me, I forget, show me, I remember, involve me, I understand.

Carl Orff

Carl Orff

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Photo: Orff-Zentrum München, CC BY-SA 4.0

Occupation: German Composer
Born: July 10, 1895
Died: March 29, 1982
Quotes count: 5
Wikipedia: Carl Orff

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