Recommended songs for eurhythmics. Let's enjoy music using our bodies!

Walk ~ Run ~ Stop ~ Turn

[Rhythm Play] (with sheet music) Walking ~ Running ~ Spinning ~ Eurhythmics piano accompaniment, commonly used in nurseries and kindergartens

Let’s draw out movements like “walking,” “running,” “stopping,” and “spinning” through the tempo and style of your playing! Songs that children are familiar with are recommended.

For example, with “Puppy March,” play at a normal tempo for walking, speed up a lot for running, and play short, sharp chords to stop the music when they freeze—adjust your playing to naturally guide their movements.

For spinning, choose a piece with lots of turns; for sleeping, pick something in the higher register that feels like a music box.

Select pieces while imagining how the children will move.

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yuri

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strollInoue Azumi

Mebae Kindergarten Eurhythmics Class – Violet Group – Immediate Response

“Sanpo,” the song used in My Neighbor Totoro, is a tune that children love and are very familiar with.

Let’s try incorporating this song into eurhythmics.

First, play the song normally and have the children walk.

When the music stops, they stop walking.

Then, when the music starts again, they begin walking again.

You can add sound effects for when the music stops, and have them perform other actions when they hear the sound—such as crouching or putting their hands together above their heads.

This adds complexity and helps train the brain.

Try getting creative and using a variety of ideas with a single song.

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Hirakawa Masako (Bōkarisuto: Sakata Mizumako)

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Hop Step Jump-kun

Eurhythmics (5-year-old class) April 17, 2017 ③

Let’s hop around and have fun just like the title says! Jumping is a full-body exercise, so unlike finger-play songs, this track is perfect for building stamina.

As shown in the video, forming small groups works well too—it might help the kids bond more with each other.

Don’t give detailed instructions; let them play however they like, and it will boost their creativity.

Even very young children who don’t understand the words can join in easily.

It could also be a great chance to strengthen the parent-child bond.

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Araki Jakkan

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Piyo-Piyo MarchSakushi: Satou Hiromichi / Sakkyoku: Honda Youichirou

[Dance] Piyo-Piyo March [A Must-See for Childcare Workers!] [Supervised by Hiromichi & Tanizou]

With its rhythmic tempo and adorable lyrics, this piece is a perfect dance song for children aged 0 to 2.

The choreography, inspired by the movements of baby chicks, is simple and easy to remember, encouraging kids to move their bodies naturally.

Released in March 2016, it’s a popular track widely used at sports days and recitals.

Moving in time with the “Go! Stop!” calls makes it fun while helping develop basic physical abilities.

Dancing together as a parent and child is also a great way to deepen communication.

Be sure to enjoy it with your little one!

EcosseSakkyoku: Funmeru

[Nursery/Preschool Piano Accompaniment] Eurhythmics Arrangement: “Écossaise”

Composed by Hummel, this piece is a lively, rhythmic piano work inspired by Scottish dances.

Though short and simple in structure, it overflows with a bright, cheerful atmosphere.

There are no lyrics, but its duple meter makes it perfect for moving your body to the beat! The alternating phrases between the left and right hands also make it ideal for coordinating hand movements with the music.

Composed in 1810, it remains beloved by many to this day.

It’s perfect not only for use in eurhythmics lessons, but also for enjoying music time with your children.