Orff Afrique Meisterklasse 2027

The Orff Afrique Master Class 2027 is an intensive summer course running from Saturday, June 26 to Sunday, July 11, 2027 (with optional tourist activities July 11‑17) in Dzodze, Volta Region, Ghana. Hosted by Nunya Music Academy in partnership with the San Francisco International Orff Course, the program provides participants with hands‑on experience in West African children’s games, dance, drum, xylophone, and vocal/choral music within the Orff‑Schulwerk framework. Led by Dr. Kofi J.S. Gbolonyo and a roster of international and local master teachers, the course targets Orff teachers, music and dance educators, ethnomusicology students, performing musicians, and dancers seeking deep cultural immersion. Participants receive daily instruction, lectures, field trips to local villages, performances by local groups, and opportunities to work with Nunya Academy children. Housing and meals are offered on a room‑and‑board basis, with single and double occupancy options. The tuition fee is $1,475 (no credit) or $1,695 (with continuing education credits); housing costs are additional. Applicants must submit their application by March 1, 2027 to allow visa processing. The program aims to equip educators with authentic West African musical knowledge and pedagogical tools for integrating Orff‑Schulwerk into diverse classroom settings.

Immersive hands‑on instruction in Orff‑Schulwerk, lectures, field trips, performances, interaction with local children, housing (room & board) provided.

Open to Orff‑Schulwerk teachers, music/dance educators, ethnomusicology students, performing musicians and dancers.