“Brilliant . . . important reading for those who teach music, who write the curricular plans for teaching it, and who guide prospective teachers to the profession . . . It is a must-read, for it awakens thoughts about why we teach and how.” –Patricia Campbell, University of Washington This quintet of thought-provoking essays examines reasons why transformation in music education is justified, examines the nature of education and musical transformation,… More >>
Transforming Music Education:
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