Quotes by Carl Orff

About Carl Orff:

Carl Orff was a 20th-century German composer, best known for his cantata Carmina Burana (1937). In addition to his career as a composer, Orff developed an influential approach toward music education for children.
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Tell me, I forget, show me, I remember, involve me, I understand.

Carl Orff

Since the beginning of time, children have not liked to study. They would much rather play, and if you have their interests at heart, you will let them learn while they play; they will find that what they have mastered is child's play.

Carl Orff

Author Bio

  • NameCarl Orff
  • DescriptionGerman composer
  • BornJuly 10, 1895
  • DiedMarch 29, 1982
  • CountryGermany
  • ProfessionComposer; Musicologist; Music Educator
  • WorksDie Kluge; Carmina Burana
  • AwardsOrder Of Merit For Arts And Science; Honorary Citizen Of Munich; Bavarian Order Of Merit; National Prize Of East Germany; Grand Order Of Merit With Star And Shoulder-Sash