This paper describes that Carl Orff's genius in music was nourished and developed into a master's art at the Academy for
the Musical Arts, a music school in Munich. The author points out that Karl Orff believed that every child has a talent for music; hence, his "Schulwerk" is a pedagogical compilation of music for
children. This paper explains that "Carmina Burana", or "Songs of Benedikbeuern", is a
cantata including songs of drinking, food, love, and happiness, which are based on an old manuscript. Illustrations. Table of Contents Introduction Orff's "Carmina Burana" Today's Orff's Music for Children Carl Orff's Styles and Techniques