ISBN 9780193223011. 9 x 6 inches.
There are around 40,000 children and young people in the UK alone with severe or profound and multiple learning difficulties, yet despite the widely held belief that music is beneficial, provision is at best patchy. This book aims to foster progress in this young discipline by identifying key issues and providing practical advice for practitioners.
About Oxford Music Education
Written by some of the UK's leading names in the field of music education, the Oxford Music Education Series explores the issues at the forefront of current teaching and learning. Designed to help readers reflect on their own practice, the ideas are presented in a thought-provoking and relevant way, drawing on a wealth of real examples and case studies. These books are an essential resource for all instrumental and classroom teachers, researchers and policy-makers.
Part I: Issues
Promises, Promises
All In The Mind?
Levels Of Uncertainty
Part II: A New Model
Making Sense Of Music Making Sense
Part III: Addressing Special Musical Needs
Sounds Of Intent
Music Moves
About Music
Part Iv: Identifying And Fostering Special Musical Abilities
Focus On Music
Influential Measures
Fragments Of Genius
Conclusion
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