METHODS FOR DEVELOPING COMMUNICATION SKILLS BY MEANS OF MUSICAL THEATRE

Abstract

The article discusses the possibilities of using theatrical methods in music lessons. Based on a review of the repertoire of children's musical theatres in Russia, an interview with S. Malyukova, artistic director of the "Kamerton" Theatre, as well as an analysis of the research literature devoted to the problem of drama pedagogy, a hypothesis of its significant potential in music lessons is put forward. Among the possible forms of drama pedagogics are theatrical performances of children operas and musical plays, dramatization of chamber-vocal and instrumental works, methods of plastic intonation. The description of each method is supported by examples from pedagogical practice; recommendations for teachers and ways for further cooperation between teacher and students are outlined. Examples of creative work reveal the potential for the development of children's communicative skills in the process of comprehending music.