Kindling the spark : recognizing and developing musical talent / Joanne Haroutounian.
| Author/creator | Haroutounian, Joanne |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | Oxford ; New York : Oxford University Press, 2002. |
| Description | xvii, 366 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Part I. Perspectives of musical talent. Perspectives ; Talent as music aptitude ; Talent as musical intelligence ; Talent as performance ; Talent as creativity ; Talent as giftedness ; Reflections -- Part II. Recognizing musical talent. Perspectives of talent identification ; The quest ; The spark: underpinnings of musical talent ; Unveiling the spark -- Part III. Developing musical talent. Kindling the spark: early development ; From spark to flame: nurturing musical talent ; The flame: teenage years ; Final reflections. |
| Abstract | Gathering perspectives of musical talent from the psychological, musical, and educational fields, this book is the only single sourcebook that defines musical talent and provides practical strategies for identifying and nurturing it. The author uses her experience as teacher, researcher, and parent to clarify central issues concerning talent recognition and development in a way that will easily appeal to a wide audience. The book describes the different stages of development in musical training, including guidelines for finding a suitable teacher at different levels, social and psychological aspects that impact musical training, and research on talent development by ages and stages from infancy and preschool years through the teen years. An important feature of the book are "sparkler exercises" designed to provoke observable talent behavior in home, school, and studio settings. The book also includes an Appendix of Resources which lists books, media, organizations, and specialized schools that offer additional information on musical talent, identification, and development. For music educators in both public school and private studio settings--as well as for parents and their musically inclined children--this book provides an invaluable summary of the research on talent and a wealth of resources for developing it. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages 337-357) and index. |
| LCCN | 2001037038 |
| ISBN | 0195129482 |
| ISBN | 0195156382 (pbk.) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music | Music Stacks | ML3838 .H27 2002 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |