Author : Gordon Cox
Publisher : A&C Black
ISBN 13 : 1441167099
Total Pages : 257 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (411 download)
Book Synopsis The Origins and Foundations of Music Education by : Gordon Cox
Download or read book The Origins and Foundations of Music Education written by Gordon Cox and published by A&C Black. This book was released on 2010-04-08 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This landmark collection explores the origins and foundations of music education across five continents and considers: • the inclusion of music as part of the compulsory school curriculum in the context of the historical and political landscape • the aims, objectives and content of the music curriculum • teaching methods • the provision and training of teachers of music • the experiences of pupils Contributors have been carefully selected to represent countries which have incorporated music into compulsory schooling for a variety of differing reasons giving a diverse collection which will guide future actions and policy.