Sat 14.3.2026
Järvenpää, Finland
A rich, refreshing, and inspiring one-day course featuring workshops where participants immerse themselves in music-making, movement, and singing under the guidance of top educators.
"There is no music without movement, and no movement without music."
Carl Orff
ABOUT US
JaSeSoi, Orff Association of Finland, is the association of independent and freely operating musical pedagogy to continue the work of musical upbringing first initiated by Musisoi in 1985. JaSeSoi enhances the development of Orff pedagogy in Finland by organizing all-round educational training programs. The aim of these programs is to support personal development and wellbeing of all participants as well as to help manage working life.
All individuals and organizations interested in music pedagogy can register to become members of JaSeSoi. The members of the association consist of music teachers, teachers of musical instruments, music therapists, class teachers, cantors, music teachers for early childhood, special education teachers as well as kindergarten teachers and nannies.
JASESOI'S COURSES 2026
JaSeSoi organizes courses in pedagogy, and international educators are warmly welcome to attend. The education is available both in English and Finnish.
sat–sun 11.–12.4.2026
Online
The final module of the music pedagogy education programme is a two-day seminar reflecting on pedagogical growth. The comprehensive training program, consisting of the Orff I–III courses and the final seminar, totals 20 ECTS credits.
tue–sun 2.–7.6.2026
Turku, Finland
Orff Courses I, II and III.
A pedagogical training program that progresses and deepens from one module to the next, focusing on music education through the Orff pedagogical approach.
mon–sat 27.7.–1.8.2026
Savonlinna, Finland
The International Music Village is an intensive pedagogical course for anyone who incorporates music into their work. It serves as an excellent international networking forum for music educators from around the world.
the principles of safer space
In JaSeSoi’s trainings and meetings, the principles of safer space are observed. The aim is to ensure that everyone feels safe participating in the activities of JaSeSoi. Everyone taking part in JaSeSoi’s activities is expected to commit to following the principles of safer space.
The principles of safer space in JaSeSoi:
Respect
Respect the personal physical and mental space and autonomy of others. Remember to ask for space for yourself as well.
Listening and learning
Approach new people and topics with an open mind, seeing them as opportunities to learn and grow.
Apologizing
If you have hurt or offended someone, apologize.