Based on the National Standards, this text is divided into three parts. Part one, Foundations, covers the rationale for a Music Education program in the elementary years; meaning and musical experience; and elements and kinds of music. Part two- Music Elements, Curriculum and Avenues to Music Learning-covers curriculum development; music for special needs students; avenues to music learning and historic and contemporary approaches. Part three-Musical Experiences- is grouped by avenues of music learning and grades. Thanks to years of thorough research, Music in Elementary Education promises is a standard text in the field.

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Part I Foundations; Chapter 1 Why Music in the Elementary School?; Chapter 2 Meaning and Music; Chapter 3 Elements of Music; Chapter 4 Kinds of Music; Part II Music Elements, Curriculum, and Avenues to Music Learning; Chapter 5 Listening; Chapter 6 Singing; Chapter 7 Moving; Chapter 8 Creating; Chapter 9 Playing Instruments; Chapter 10 Reading and Writing; Chapter 11 Approaches to Music Learning; Chapter 12 Designing Instruction; Chapter 13 Special Areas; Part III Musical Experiences; Chapter 14 Listening Lessons; Chapter 15 Vocal Lessons; Chapter 16 Movement Lessons; Chapter 17 Creating Lessons; Chapter 18 Playing Lessons; Chapter 19 Reading and Writing Lessons;