“I really like the structure and format – learners at this level like to know what’s coming up – they really liked that this unit was similar in layout to the previous; that suited us as children at this stage enjoy routine.”

"The lessons held their interest very well and we achieved lots while having fun. The children absolutely loved it and I loved it myself; it is very visual."

“I like that there is a purpose or aim for the children to look out for while they are listening or watching.”

The echo-back activities are a big hit! Some children said they do it at home with their families or in front of the mirror! And there are so many ways it can be done – the boys took on the girls – children leading on their own, it is great for their confidence. Week by week I see more children willing to have a go!”

"The programme lends itself to integration with the other subject areas, PE, Art, Maths, and Language Arts. So, very, very well worthwhile."

"It is pre-prepared for the teacher and the aims and outcomes are very specific. At a glance, you can see what is expected and what we hope to achieve. Less written - more achieved, I'm all for that!"

“Lends itself to pair, peer, and group work - we had a great time with that."

"When working together in pairs the children slowly realised how valuable it was to mirror each other’s movements concisely – it helped them zone-in and focus a little bit more – the layered challenge and progression is really excellent.”

“I appreciate how it calls upon cognitive, auditory, visual and kinesthetic skills.”

“This type of activity may help with tuning and timing in a more interesting way than a metronome.”

“What impresses me most is how one resource is adaptable to so many different skills, and on different levels.”

“The format is something that anyone could get used to really quickly – the way they’d respond using their voices is lovely.”

“It seems very clear and user-friendly for the teacher and a good way for a student to learn.”

“I liked that [the exercise] had a name – you knew exactly what to do by the name.”

"It appeals to the senses, big time; visual, aural, oral, tactile, and movement – it is very beautiful.”

“The music for listening activities were great fun as the cover image sparked a lively conversation about what the piece might be about! The children drew their ideas and then, later, we used the movement suggestions in PE which created dance-type activities.”

“I think the exercises are great! It is fantastic the way it lends itself to integration.”

“What I love about the exercise is that it encompasses so many lessons in one; a student would be singing, breathing, listening, responding, anticipating, coordinating actions and learning to be independent.”

“There is just the right amount of learning in the activities – there was a great response from the students, they were very engaged.”

“I think the scope of all of this is fantastic, and very motivating.”

“I very much liked the approach and think it is really important, really helpful, and definitely a good pre-requisite.”

“Some learners are much more visual than cognitive so the colors might be a great prompt for some.”

“I love the ‘doing’ words.”

“I like the fact that [the graphic score] gives structure – this might not be obvious to every learner from a recording.”