| Contents |
The process of teaching instrumental music. An introduction to sound-to-symbol -- Teaching rhythm and rhythm reading: audiation, pulse, pattern, and meter -- Tonality, melody, and singing -- Teaching improvisation and composition -- The history of instrumental music education and its philosophy -- Special topics: two models of instructional design -- Directing bands and orchestras. Classroom management -- Curriculum assessment, and grading -- Repertoire -- Score study -- Large ensemble set-up -- Rehearsals -- Intonation -- Directing other ensembles -- Special topics: motivation -- Administrative issues. Recruiting, organizing, and starting the band and orchestra -- Planning and managing the concert -- Promotion and advocacy -- Communication -- The music budget -- Copyrights -- Managing sound levels: protecting your ears and those of your students -- Special topics: leadership, mentors, and professional development. |
| Abstract |
This textbook presents an extensive look at the topics most vital to running a successful instrumental music program, balancing musical, theoretical, and practical approaches. A central theme is the compelling parallel between language and music, including "sound-to-symbol" pedagogies. --from publisher description |
| Local note | JOYNER MUSIC LIBRARY BOOK ACCOMPANIED BY SOUND RECORDING LOCATED AT CALL NUMBER: MUSICLIB |
| General note | Accompanying audio CD contains over 50 tracks of acoustically pure drones and demonstration examples. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (p. [377]-386) and index. |
| LCCN | 2010008244 |
| ISBN | 9780415879903 (hardback) |
| ISBN | 0415879906 (hardback) |
| ISBN | 9780415992107 (pbk.) |
| ISBN | 0415992109 (pbk.) |
| ISBN | 9780203848920 (ebook) |
| ISBN | 0203848926 (ebook) |
