168 Pages
by
Routledge
168 Pages
by
Routledge
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Increasingly, it is becoming evident that those involved in socio-musical studies must focus their investigative lens on musical practice and articulation of the self, on music and community involvement and on music as a social medium for social relationships. What motivates people to be involved in musical performance, and how do they articulate these needs and drives? What do performers gain... Read more
Chapter 1 Introducing musical participation; Chapter 2 Becoming a Musician: Dilemmas and Definitions; Chapter 3 Music and Individual Experience: Learning, Self-Discovery and Development; Chapter 4 Music and Group Experience: Rehearsing and Performing With Others; Chapter 5 Identifying With Music: Preservation and Promotion; Chapter 6 The Participant Audience: Listening and Belonging; Chapter 7 Fostering Musical Participation: Educational Perspectives and Implications; Chapter 8 Conclusions: Understanding Musical Participation;
Biography
Dr Stephanie Pitts is from the Department of Music at the University of Sheffield, UK.
'... I would urge anyone interested in informal music education to read this book. It is interesting, well-written and scholarly, with a significant literature backing up much of its analysis... a thought-provoking and enjoyable read.' British Journal of Music Education 'Pitts's research raises worthwhile questions that all music educators should consider.' Music Educators Journal ’Valuing Musical Participation is an important addition to the scholarship in music education... Pitts' work provides a unique perspective that allows the reader to reconsider the potentials and pitfalls of the traditional course offerings and pedagogical approaches to musical instruction. Introducing the perspectives contained in Valuing Musical Participation to pre-service teachers or teachers with more experience can only benefit the children with whom they work.’ International Journal of Education & the Arts ’Anyone interested in music education will find this book enjoyable and thought provoking. It is a welcome addition to the existing literature.’ Music Education Research
