Philosophy of Music Education

Author

Mary Elizabeth Barba

Date of Award

Spring 2017

Project Type

Senior Honors Thesis

College or School

COLA

Department

Music

Program or Major

Bachelor of Music in Music Education

First Advisor

David Upham

Abstract

A philosophy of music education refers to the value of music, the value of teaching music, and how to practically utilize those values in the music classroom. This thesis explores the philosophies of Emile Jacques-Dalcroze, Carl Orff, Zoltan Kodaly, Bennett Reimer, and David Elliott, and suggests practical applications or their philosophies in the orchestral classroom, especially in the context of ear training and improvisation. From these philosophies, the author develops their own personal philosophy of music education, most broadly defined by the claim that music is key to experiencing and understanding feelingful experiences.

Recommended Citation

Barba, Mary Elizabeth, "Philosophy of Music Education" (2017). Honors Theses and Capstones. 322.
https://scholars.unh.edu/honors/322