Inspiration ➜ Thought ➜ Communication™
Help Children Use Their Creativity as a Tool
Mr. Yoham's Creativity Method is a structured, fully-inclusive curriculum designed by composer Yoham Ortiz that gives classroom teachers a clear framework for building creative thinking skills — no music background required.
The Core Framework
1 — Inspiration
Helping children notice what moves them. Every creative act begins with noticing.
2 — Thought
Turning that feeling into a structured, communicable idea. The bridge between feeling and doing.
3 — Communication
Expressing that idea through music. Students present original work to their peers.
Every lesson follows three steps that lead to creativity
Designed by composer Yoham Ortiz, this framework gives classroom teachers a clear, repeatable path for teaching creative thinking — through music. These are the same steps that drive creative thinking in writing, science, and the arts.
Students learn to use creativity as a tool.
Inspiration
Helping children notice what moves them — the spark that starts every creative act.
Thought
Turning that feeling into a structured idea — the bridge between inspiration and communication.
Communication
Expressing that idea through music — giving every child a voice.
Built for Real Classrooms. Real Teachers. Real Results.
Mr. Yoham's Creativity Method™ meets your school where it is — no special equipment, no music background needed, and no extra prep time.
Cross-Curricular Impact
The creativity framework transfers directly to writing, reading, and science. Teachers report students applying this language across the school day.
Full Inclusion
No audition. Every activity has multiple entry points. Students with IEPs, sensory sensitivities, or language barriers open up in ways that surprise.
World Music Traditions
From the African kora to the Chinese erhu — students explore instruments and traditions from different parts of the world.
Standards Aligned
Aligned to Massachusetts Arts Curriculum Frameworks and CASEL Social Emotional Learning competencies.
Every Child Participates
Students discover that their voice, hands, and body are tools for expression — removing every barrier to participation.
Capstone Composition
In the final session, every child—and every teacher—shares a musical piece they composed. Every composition gets applause!
A Typical Classroom Session
Each session follows a clear, repeatable structure. No special room setup or materials required.
Opening
Introduce a musical concept or instrument from different parts of the world. Students discuss and respond — there are no wrong answers.
Exploration
Students engage physically through movement, voice, clapping, or body percussion. You are the musical instrument!
Creative Work
Students choose their own tool — voice, hands, or body — to express a personal inspiration.
Conducting
Every child takes a turn conducting the class. A consistent favorite that builds leadership and confidence!
Reflection
The group names what they experienced: what inspired them, what they thought, how they communicated it.
What drew us to Yoham's program was the fact that it was unique, well-rounded, and went deeper into music education than most other early childhood music programs.
Common Questions
Bring This Program to Your School
Mr. Yoham works directly with classroom teachers and administrators to tailor the program to your school's schedule, grade levels, and goals. The program has been piloted in New York City and is currently seeking its first Massachusetts school partner.
A full letter of recommendation from the Executive Director of Riverdale Presbyterian Church Nursery School is available upon request.
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