Media

Alan Merriam: Functions of Human Musicality

http://prezi.com/wmixezknptrf/merriams-functions-of-human-musicality/

Howard Gardner: Theory of Multiple Intelligences

Don Hodges: Unique Forms of Human Musicality

http://prezi.com/m2nw5lkou1xc/hodges-unique-forms-of-musical-intelligence/

101 Ways to Say Very Good!

Vernacular Musicianship & Art Music Repertoire

What is the ideal balance between A.) the quality and authenticity of the repertoire music teachers bring into the classroom and B.) the depth of personal creativity that music students are able to express? Both of these videos present performances by creative, musically expressive children: one example is music from the 19th century and the other is from the 20th.

What are the challenges and opportunities for music teachers when they select repertoire that doesn't relate to their students' vernacular musicianship? What can music teachers do to offer the most meaningful musical experiences to the greatest number of students?

Marching Band Techniques

What are the Learning Targets of your music rehearsal?

(Big Ideas = Musical Concepts + Musicality)

7 Steps to a More Creative Curriculum

Professional, State, & Institutional Teaching Standards