This study considers the use of eurythmics for children with visual impairments performed at a school in Swiss Cottage, London, based on the demonstrations and ideas of Émile Jaques-Dalcroze. In light of children's difficulties not only visually but also physically and mentally, Marguerita Meredyll, as an instructor of such children, taught the exercises to them so as they could express themselves with walking, skipping, dividing beats, and distinguishing sounds. In addition, it became clear that after É. Jaques-Dalcroze also visited the school, he mentioned that Meredyll's instructions would offer a completely novel instruction policy, which is thought to have been his motivation in fulfilling his vision of eurythmics for challenged people.

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I always wonder where to begin to tell the story of how I came to study in Geneva. I I would like to change my environment and challenge myself. My curiosity to know more than music turned into action and gave me the courage to take steps to develop myself any further. There were a lot of emotions, trials, errors and decisions before I decided to study abroad. But, this curiosity is, I believe, very important for us, educators. I would be happy to stimulate your curiosity and give you the energy necessary to meet challenges.

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