Integration of music and dance art into primary school educational practice: methodological approaches and cultural aspects

Abstract

The article examines the need to integrate music and dance in the educational practice of elementary schools in order to form a holistic artistic perception of students. The author focuses on the relationship between music and dance art, emphasizing their role in the development of aesthetic feelings, emotional intelligence and creative abilities of children. Traditional teaching methods are analyzed, their limitations, and innovative approaches are proposed, such as the use of rhythmic formulas, involuntary memory, and interactive tasks. Special attention is paid to the cultural aspects of the interaction of music and dance in the context of the Chinese educational system. The text also compares traditional teaching methods with innovative features provided by rhythmic formulas, involuntary memory, and interactive tasks. The traditional approach, often based on rote memorization of notes and movements, does not always meet modern educational requirements, as children may lose interest and cease to feel a lively response to what is happening in the classroom. However, the use of rhythmic formulas makes it possible to clearly demonstrate the synchronicity of music and movement, breaking down the boundaries between theory and practice and encouraging the child to experiment independently. Involuntary memory, which is activated when students are emotionally involved in the process, ensures a stronger assimilation of the material: the child does not just remember the facts, but feels them at the level of a personal lived story. Interactive tasks related to collective performance and group discussion create an atmosphere of mutual support and creativity, when each student can contribute, try themselves in unfamiliar roles and feel the joy of working together. This practice forms children's flexibility of thinking, willingness for dialogue and the ability to work in a team, which plays an important role in shaping a holistic view of the world and improving communication skills.