Music Schools in Changing Societies: How Collaborative Professionalism Can Transform Music Education

Music Schools in Changing Societies emphasizes the importance of understanding instrumental and vocal pedagogy in the wider sociocultural, spatial, and institutional contexts of music education. It highlights the role of multilevel collaboration in responding to societal concerns and improving educational quality, with examples from twelve European countries. The book offers innovative practices and perspectives on how music schools can support the transformation towards collaborative professionalism in instrumental and vocal music education, addressing policy issues such as inclusion, democracy, and sustainability.

Format: Hardback
Length: 218 pages
Publication date: 01 February 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

The book Music Schools in Changing Societies delves into the intricate realm of instrumental and vocal pedagogy, extending its scope beyond the confines of individual teacher-student interactions and psychological phenomena. Instead, it seeks to understand music education within the broader sociocultural, spatial, and institutional contexts that shape it. By adopting a collaborative perspective, the book centers its attention on European music schools, which have assumed a pivotal role in publicly funded educational and cultural systems. The authors compellingly argue that multilevel collaboration is a crucial component in how music educators and the schools they work in can effectively address societal concerns, thereby enhancing educational quality.

Through a rich array of examples and insights drawn from twelve European countries, the book showcases innovative practices and collaborative settings that contribute to the transformation of instrumental and vocal music education toward collaborative professionalism. Contributions from a diverse range of researchers and professional educators further enrich the content, providing valuable perspectives on how music schools can support inclusion, democracy, and sustainability, among other major policy issues.

In addressing current institutional and curricular challenges, Music Schools in Changing Societies offers a distinctive outlook on how music schools can navigate and thrive amidst changing times. By embracing collaboration and recognizing the significance of diverse sociocultural contexts, the book provides valuable insights for educators, policymakers, and stakeholders alike, as they strive to create inclusive, equitable, and sustainable music education systems for future generations.

Weight: 590g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032431338