Suggested Exercises Inspired by Jaques-Dalcroze's Methodology for Teaching Note-Values

Tariq William odeh

doi:10.35516/Hum.2025.8593

Authors

Tariq William odeh Department of Musical Arts, University of Jordan, Amman, Jordan https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3047-8836

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.35516/Hum.2025.8593

Keywords:

Child, Jaques-Dalcroze's methodology, eurhythmics, note-values

Abstract

Objectives: The study aims to explore Émile Jaques-Dalcroze’s approach to rhythmic movement and to present proposed exercises for teaching some rhythmic signs based on Jaques-Dalcroze’s method of rhythmic movement.

Methods: The study employed a descriptive approach (content analysis) based on analyzing and interpreting the theory in a manner that ensures understanding and provides suggestions for its application. Data were collected using sources, references, and illustrative examples. The study sample consisted of proposed exercises for teaching some rhythmic signs according to Émile Jaques-Dalcroze’s method of rhythmic movement.

Results: The study concluded with the proposal of notated and practical exercises for teaching some rhythmic signs according to Jaques-Dalcroze’s method of rhythmic movement, such as the round sign exercise, the white sign exercise, the black sign exercise, and the sign with a point exercise.

Conclusions: The study recommends implementing the proposed exercises based on Émile Jaques-Dalcroze’s method of rhythmic movement, which includes a set of exercises for teaching rhythmic signs. It also emphasizes the importance of using physical movements in the process of musical education.

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