Minds on Music: Composition for Creative and Critical Thinking
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| Rating | : | 4.49 (710 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1607091941 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 300 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-02-11 |
| Language | : | English |
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At every level of the PK-12 spectrum, Minds on Music provides valuable observations, insights into student psychology, introductory comments on notation, memory, musical form, instrumental timbre and the like. It is well researched, and likewise draws upon the extensive experiences of the authors. Beginning and seasoned teachers alike will find much to think about in this book. While the product at the concert was amazing, the educational rewards in the classroom were far greater. One hopes that Minds on Music will be read by many mu
"Practical and Inspiring" according to Katherine Patrylo. We have a duty towards music, namely, to invent it.-Igor StravinskyIn the above quote, Stravinsky states an undeniable truth for musicians, music lovers, music educators, and many would generalize, humans. Music and the creation of sound is part of our innate beings, so much so that we have the responsibility of creating it. As a music educator, I would only append one thing: we have a duty towards music to invent it ourse. New and fresh approach! Saltyjellybean Great book by two great music educators!! Composition is often overlooked by many music teachers, and this book gives you a new approach for including it in your classroom. Had one of the authors as a professor, and she was passionate about teaching composition in the classroom. I can say I will never overlook it in my own future teaching!. sharon davis said An important source for teachers and researchers. It is an excellent resource for teachers and researchers. The writing style is clear and extremely informative. A must read for music teachers.
Prior to coming to Queens she had a thirty-year career teaching music in the public schools of Maine. Michele Kaschub is coordinator of music teacher education and graduate studies at the University of Southern Maine School of Music. She has actively worked with young composers and their teachers in general and choral settings for twenty years. . Janice Smith is undergrad
It offers both a rationale for the presence of composition in the music education program and a thorough review of what we know of children's compositional practices to date. Minds On Music offers a solid foundation for planning and implementing composition lessons with students in grades PreK-12.. This textbook enhances preservice and practicing music educators' understanding of ways to successfully engage children in music composition