Which sequence is associated with Kodály's approach?

• A. Prepare, Present, Practice
• B. Sing, Speak, Move
• C. Read, Write, Repeat
• D. Listen, Analyze, Perform

Answer: (A)

The sequence used in the Kodály approach is: Prepare, Present, Practice. The method begins by preparing students—warming up the voice, ears, and body with designed listening and singing activities so they’re ready to grasp new musical ideas. Next comes the presentation, where new concepts are introduced through accessible songs, solfège (do-re-mi) and hand signs, making pitch, rhythm, and musical relationships tangible in a friendly, musical context. Finally, students practice what they’ve learned through guided repetition, singing activities, and games, which solidifies the skills and builds fluency before moving on to reading or more complex tasks.

This order fits Kodály’s emphasis on singing as the primary route to musical literacy and on structuring lessons so concepts are heard and internalized before formal notation or broader performance challenges. The other sequences don’t align with that flow or the central focus on vocal-auditory learning first.