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Musical initiation program through play to cultivate emotional intelligence using the body and voice as an instrument.

This educational experience seeks to inspire people, communities and organizations to develop a socio-emotional training program that uses music and games as a laboratory for practicing human skills such as empathy, communication and teamwork, strengthening inner confidence, social leadership and the growth mindset of children and young people between the ages of 7 and 16. This program can also...

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This educational experience seeks to inspire people, communities and organizations to develop a socio-emotional training program that use...

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There is no funding available for this idea in Colombia, but these resources will still help to make your project happen!

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Implementing this program in the community of Tierradentro in Bello (Colombia) has been a transformative and inspiring experience. It is incredible to see how our students have discovered their passion for music, have strengthened their artistic a...

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Music to be, grow and feel
Eduardo Velez

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Great for

  • Curious about music and those who want to learn from it.
  • Passionate about socio-emotional development.
  • People interested in starting social projects through music.
  • Teachers in primary and secondary schools.
  • People interested in diversifying creative and fun methodologies within the classroom or other pedagogical settings.

Music to be, grow and feel project essentials

5 Step Guide

  • Organize the leaders who will implement the program.
  • Complete the introductory video and implementation manual (PDF)
  • Prepare everything you need to implement the project
  • Develop activities in your community.
  • Share the achievements and impact of the program.

Time

Suggested: The program can be implemented in a period of 5 months with virtual accompaniment sessions and access to multi-format resources, in addition to a package of activities that can be developed once a week with a duration of approximately 1.5 hours. The activities are adaptable to the characteristics of each territory or community.

Resources

More information on how to get started and any resources shared by the Music to be, grow and feel

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Meet the Social Innovator

We have created an educational experience to cultivate values and a culture of peace through music and games. "Music to be, grow and feel" is a powerful tool that can be adapted to any age and community, no prior knowledge of music or musical instruments is needed to make it a reality. Go ahead and replicate this initiative!

Daniela Ocampo Sánchez, Creative and Social Impact Director at Amadeus

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