1st Edition

World Music Pedagogy, Volume II: Elementary Music Education

By J. Christopher Roberts, Amy Beegle Copyright 2018
    232 Pages 36 B/W Illustrations
    by Routledge

    232 Pages 36 B/W Illustrations
    by Routledge

    World Music Pedagogy, Volume II: Elementary Music Education delves into the theory and practices of World Music Pedagogy with children in grades 1-6 (ages 6-12). It specifically addresses how World Music Pedagogy applies to the characteristic learning needs of elementary school children: this stage of a child’s development—when minds are opening up to broader perspectives on the world—presents opportunities to develop meaningful multicultural understanding alongside musical knowledge and skills that can last a lifetime.

    This book is not simply a collection of case studies but rather one that offers theory and practical ideas for teaching world music to children. Classroom scenarios, along with teaching and learning experiences, are presented within the frame of World Music Pedagogy. Ethnomusicological issues of authenticity, representation, and context are addressed and illustrated, supporting the ultimate goal of helping children better understand their world through music.

    Series Foreword

    Acknowledgements

    Episodes

    Chapter 1: Teaching and Learning in Context

    Chapter 2: Attentive Listening for Cultural Awakenings

    Chapter 3: Participatory Musicking

    Chapter 4: Performing World Music

    Chapter 5: Creating World Music

    Chapter 6: Integrating World Music

    Chapter 7: Surmountable Challenges and Worthy Outcomes

    Appendix 1: Learning Pathways

    Appendix 2: References and Resources

    Index

    Biography

    J. Christopher Roberts is Lecturer and Coordinator of Music Teacher Preparation at the University of Washington.

    Amy C. Beegle is Associate Professor of Music Education at the College-Conservatory of Music at the University of Cincinnati.