Elective session
Storytelling through music
Music is a wonderful medium through which stories can be created and told.
In this interactive workshop, you’ll explore creative strategies and activities for storytelling in the classroom through a variety of musical experiences.
With the expert guidance of Melanie McLoughlin from Musica Viva Australian In Schools, you’ll discover creative and practical ideas involving singing, playing and moving to engage and extend your students in their learning, including the use of a simple composition to create a soundscape to spark the imagination and creativity of your students.
Recommended for teachers
🟣 Music specialist
🟩 Generalist
Recommended for teachers of learning stages
✅ K-1 / Early Stage 1, Stage 1
✅ 3-4 / Stage 2
✅ 5-6 / Stage 3
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About Musica Viva Australia In Schools
At Musica Viva Australia, we are proud to be one of Australia’s largest and most trusted providers of music education in the country. We are passionate about providing opportunities for teachers and students to engage in creative learning through our Musica Viva Australia In Schools program, and we are inspired to deliver on our vision to enhance children’s appreciation of music and boost their creativity.
In 2025, over 50 exceptional musicians will reach more than 200,000 students offering unforgettable learning experiences through live, in-school concerts. We support thousands of teachers with the tools to teach music in their classroom with a portfolio of curriculum-aligned resources and professional development opportunities.
We look forward to sharing our music with you in 2026, as we celebrate 45 years of delivering high-quality music education to schools across the country.
