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creACTiVE FAQs
Does my child need to have any prior music training?
It is preferable if participants who wish to play instruments (guitar, drums, keyboard, bass etc) have some very basic understanding of 3 to 4 chords and the ability to keep in time. This makes the journey and experience more enjoyable for all participants.
Singers need not have any prior experience (singing in the shower is ok and is encouraged).
creACTiVE is an inclusive music program and will assist individuals to perform as part of a group. Their playing of instruments will improve over the term, however this group performance will not replace the learning that one will gain from individual music tuition. The creACTiVE experience is all about group-based music-making (playing in a band with others).
How are creACTiVE Programs different to 'traditional' music lessons?
creACTiVE is a new, fresh approach to engaging young people in a meaningful way (their meaning - not ours). Call it a NEW OPERATING SYSTEM. creACTiVE's operating system is all about learning and creating from 'doing' and using the imagination and passion of participants who are guided and mentored by highly skilled creACTiVE Music Coaches. Our Coaches listen to participants, work with them as a team and empower them to achieve. We don't teach, we coach - learn more about our specialist coaches.
Coach = Support, nurture, guide, instruct.
Teacher = Tell, teach, impose.
What is 'Recreational Music-Making'?
“Recreational Music-making encompasses enjoyable, accessible and fulfilling group, music-based activities that unite people of all ages regardless of their challenges, backgrounds, ethnicity, ability or prior experience. From exercise, nurturing, social support, bonding and spirituality to intellectual stimulation, heightened understanding and an enhanced capacity to cope with life’s challenges the benefits of Recreational Music-making extend far beyond music. It ultimately affords unparalleled creative expression that unites our bodies, minds and spirits.” – Karl T. Bruhn
According to Webster, the word “recreational” comes from the Latin root “recreatio,” signifying restoration to health.
Recreational Music-making is music for non-musical objectives or outcomes.
Recreational Music-making is not about inspiring great music making… It’s about inspiring successful living and experiencing the joy of making one’s own music.
Recreational Music-making is not about exceptional performance… It’s about fun, personal expression and satisfaction.
Recreational Music-making creACTIVE™ Coaches are not only talented musicians … They are caring and compassionate intuitive guides and motivators.
Recreational Music-making is not about performance… The objective is to extend the benefits of making music to people of all ages.
What is the ratio of Coaches to Students?
Approximately one Coach per 6 students. Classes from 4-8 students may be taught by one coach.
Classes may have up to 12 students. These classes will be staffed by 2 coaches and will form 2 bands.
Do all Coaches have Blue Cards (Working with Children Check)?
Yes. Many of our coaches are also registered teachers. Read more about creACTiVE Coaches.
I'm over 18, Do you have any programs for me?
Yes! creACTiVE and our Partners, Oxygen 42 and Ellaways
Music have numerous programs for young and more mature adults. Get
in touch or visit www.oxygen42.com
for more info!
