Marionettes, Children, and the Magic of Opera.

Wignall, Harry James

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Publication Date: 1988

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Marionettes, Children, and the Magic of Opera.

Wignall, Harry James

Music Educators Journal, v75 n4 p55-58 Dec 1988

Urges the use of marionettes and puppet theater to introduce opera to elementary school students. Demonstrates methods for immersing students in opera throughout the school year by designing sets, creating marionettes, painting backdrops, and discussing story and music. (LS)

Descriptors: Instructional Improvement, Instructional Innovation, Learning Activities, Music Activities, Music Appreciation, Music Education, Opera, Puppetry, Student Participation, Teacher Improvement

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Language: English

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