Music Makers: Elementary - Practice: Joy and Inclusivity

A pervasive trend in current music education literature addresses issues of social justice, democracy, and hegemony. Via deliberate and sincere discussion, reflection, and action, music educators have the means and a shared responsibility to shape and reshape the relationships that determine the soc...

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Published inCanadian music educator Vol. 49; no. 3; pp. 46 - 48
Main Author Howard, Mitch
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Etobicoke, Ont Canadian Music Educators Association 01.04.2008
Subjects
Educational Attitudes
Educational Change
Educational Philosophies
Elementary school students
Multiculturalism & pluralism
Music Curriculum
Music Instruction
Music Teachers
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Summary:A pervasive trend in current music education literature addresses issues of social justice, democracy, and hegemony. Via deliberate and sincere discussion, reflection, and action, music educators have the means and a shared responsibility to shape and reshape the relationships that determine the social and cultural landscape. The things teachers say, their actions, the songs they choose, and the joyousness (or joylessness) with which they approach their work are key ingredients to the cultural understanding and significance of music in a child's life.
ISSN:0008-4549