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Important Dulcis Communications
Dulcis Musica
Dulcis Musica is a preparatory choir for children in Kindergarten through 2nd grade. Using Kodály-based methods, young singers learn pitch matching, music literacy, and begin developing healthy vocal tone. Rehearsals blend singing and movement for a fun, engaging learning experience.
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Our Dulcis conductor is an expert music educator who teaches with strategies that engage the whole child—body, mind, and spirit—while supporting each singer’s unique development.
Rehearsal locations now in Oberlin and Avon!
Weekly Rehearsals
Monday & Tuesdays
September - April
Rehearsal time and date will vary by location. Details coming soon.


NEW: Rehearsal locations in Oberlin and Avon.
Events & Appearances

Dulcis Musica performs in two major concerts each year, along with community outreach events, volunteer opportunities, and local performances such as school visits or neighborhood festivals.

Pre-Register for 2025-26
We’re gathering interest for next year and want to hear from you. All current singers and families—please complete our quick Pre-Registration Form to let us know you’re in and where you’d like to rehearse!
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Dulcis Musica Choral Program: Core Learning & Teaching Approach
Using Kodály Methods in Choir — And Beyond​
Choral instruction in this ensemble is rooted in the Kodály method, which nurtures musical skills through a structured and engaging approach. The Kodály Method is a proven, research-based approach to music education that emphasizes musicianship through singing, ear training, and internalization of rhythm and pitch using tools like solfège (do-re-mi) and hand signs. When applied in choir, it not only builds strong musical skills but also supports a child’s broader cognitive and emotional development.​
Musical Skills Developed Through Kodály:
  • Accurate pitch and rhythm recognition
  • Music literacy: ability to read, write, and analyze music
  • Aural skills: internalizing sound patterns and harmonies
  • Ensemble skills: listening, blending, and non-verbal communication
  • Memory and pattern recognition: through repetition and sequencing
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How These Skills Translate Into Life:
  • Enhanced Cognitive Development - Kodály-based instruction strengthens auditory processing, memory, and attention span—skills closely linked to academic success. Children trained with Kodály methods often show improved reading and language abilities, thanks to their increased phonemic awareness and auditory discrimination.
  • Stronger Brain Function & Intelligence - Learning music with a structured method like Kodály enhances neuroplasticity—the brain's ability to form and strengthen connections. This is especially impactful in young learners, supporting higher IQ scores, faster information processing, and stronger executive functioning.
  • Lifelong Learning Skills - The method teaches students how to learn music independently, fostering discipline, perseverance, and problem-solving. These habits translate to better performance in school and work environments.
 
  • Social-Emotional Benefits - Through group singing and interactive learning, students build confidence, empathy, and collaboration skills—qualities essential for thriving in relationships, teams, and leadership roles.
  • Creativity and Critical Thinking - Kodály encourages students to engage deeply with music, which builds creativity, self-expression, and analytical thinking—skills vital in nearly every career path.​
Summary:
Using Kodály methods in choir equips singers not just with exceptional musical ability, but with tools for academic success, social development, and long-term cognitive growth. It's more than music—it's a foundation for a thriving, intelligent, and well-rounded life.
Meet the Conductor
Rebekah loves teaching music to students of all ages and enjoys working with the littlest ones of the Oberlin Choristers family in Dulcis Musica.

Rebekah currently directs choir and music classes at Heskett Middle School in the Bedford City School District. She earned her Bachelor of Music Education from Baldwin Wallace Conservatory in 2018 and has taken Levels training in Orff Schulwerk and Music Learning Theory.
 
She enjoys teaching private voice lessons and singing in the Westshore Chorale as well as engaging in various contemporary a cappella opportunities in the area. She is from Avon Lake and actually sang with the Oberlin Choristers for a few years while growing up. She now resides in Parma, though her heart always feels most at home when by the Lake. 
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In honor of Katherine Plank, founder of Oberlin Choristers; Her dream, now ours.
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Oberlin Choristers - 39 S Main Street, Oberlin, OH  44074

440-935-4395 - info@ochoristers.org

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