Kalani Das, MT-BC and Petra Kern, Ph.D., MT-DMtG, MT-BC, MTA

This upbeat audio podcast offers various drumming-based experiences for immediate implementation by early childhood educators during circle time with preschoolers in inclusive classrooms.

Resources:

  • Holland, D. (2007). Drumagination: A rhythm play book for music educators, music therapists and drum circle facilitators. Atlanta, GA: Author.
  • Das, K. (2012). Drum Fun!: Music Games for Groups (DVD). Granada Hills, CA: Kalani Music.

  • Das, K. (2005). The Amazing Jamnasium: A Playful Companion to Together in Rhythm (Book & Enhanced CD). Van Nuys, CA: Alfred Publishing Co.

  • Hull, A. (1998). Drum Circle Spirit: Facilitating Human Potential through Rhythm. Reno, NV: White Cliffs Media

  • Matney, B. (2013). Using percussion in early childhood. imagine 4(1). Available at https://www.imagine.musictherapy.biz/Imagine/teaching_episodes.html

  • Rockwell High, L., & Kindt, C. L. (1994). Once upon a folk tale: Eight classic stories. Memphis, TN: Memphis Musicraft Publications.

  • Stevens, C. (2003). The Art and Heart of Drum Circles. Milwaukee, WI: Hal Leonard Corporation.

About the Authors:

Kalani Das, MT-BC is a board-certified music therapist, professional percussionist, and certified Orff-Schulwerk music educator. He is the author of Drum Fun! Musical Games for Groups and likes to share his passion for people through community drumming experiences for young and old. Contact: office@kalanimusic.com

Dr. Petra Kern, owner of Music Therapy Consulting, is online professor at Marylhurst University and the University of Louisville, serves as editor-in-chief of imagine, and is the Past President of WFMT. Her research and clinical focus is on young children with special needs, inclusion, and teacher training. Contact: petrakern@musictherapy.biz

Suggested Citation:

Das, K., & Kern, P. (Authors). (2013, September 1). Drum games for preschoolers in inclusive settings. Retrieved from www.imagine.musictherapy.biz