Gathering with Gratitude
A Year-Long Celebration of Music, Camaraderie, and Purpose
Welcome to the
International Kodály Society
Discover who we are, what we do, and join with us on the journey to make Zoltán Kodály’s banner statement of “Music should belong to everyone!” a worldwide reality.
The
Kodály Concept
The Kodály Concept is a comprehensive, sequential music education approach developed from the philosophy of Hungarian composer Zoltán Kodály, emphasizing that music is a universal necessity for human development.
Membership
Be part of our world-wide community
By joining you can build international connections and enjoy special membership benefits.
The Legacy of
Katalin Forrai
Katalin Forrai (1926–2004) developed the early childhood strand of the Kodály Concept and its rigorous teacher-education model with his guidance. She was President of the International Society of Music Education (ISME), and Vice-President of the International Kodály Society (IKS). Her legacy is celebrated by the biennial International Katalin Forrai Award, described in the Member Area.
News
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IKFA Call for Nominations 2026
Nominations expected for the 8th Award.
About the 27th International Kodály Symposium
Our Vice-President writes about the Symposium.
News from Germany
News about recent and upcoming activities.
Teach
music
“Teach music and singing at school in such a way that it is not a torture but a joy for the pupil; instil a thirst for finer music in him, a thirst which will last for a lifetime.”
Zoltán Kodály
Zoltán Kodály
It is
essential
“Teach music and singing at school in such a way that it is not a torture but a joy for the pupil; instil a thirst for finer music in him, a thirst which will last for a lifetime.”
Zoltán Kodály
Zoltán Kodály
Constant
equilibrium
“Teach music and singing at school in such a way that it is not a torture but a joy for the pupil; instil a thirst for finer music in him, a thirst which will last for a lifetime.”
Zoltán Kodály
Zoltán Kodály
Folk
Song
“A good folk song is a perfect masterpiece in itself\\\"
Zoltán Kodály
Zoltán Kodály
Teach
music
“Teach music and singing at school in such a way that it is not a torture but a joy for the pupil; instil a thirst for finer music in him, a thirst which will last for a lifetime.”
Zoltán Kodály
Zoltán Kodály
Publications
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Donation
If you want to support the society and our work, we would appreciate your donation!