Race and Gender in the Western Music History Survey: A Teacher's Guide

Race and Gender in the Western Music History Survey: A Teachers Guide offers concrete information and approaches to include women and people of color in the typical music history survey course and foundational music theory classes. It provides a reconceptualization of syllabus principles and suggests new topics of study and pieces by composers whose work fits into a more inclusive narrative of music history.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 162 pages
Publication date: 29 January 2024
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

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Race and Gender in Western Music History Survey: A Teachers Guide offers valuable insights and strategies to enhance the representation of women and people of color in traditional music history survey courses and foundational music theory classes. This book provides a fresh perspective on the principles guiding syllabus creation, offering new insights into canonical composers and works that consider musical, cultural, and social contexts where women and people of color are present. Additionally, it suggests new topics of study and compositions by composers whose work contributes to a more inclusive narrative of music history. A thematic approach, similar to the traditional chronological sequencing in Western music history classes, is employed. Three themes, namely "Locales & Locations," "Forms & Factions," and "Responses & Reception," are designed to uncover cultural aspects that are often overlooked in traditional music history classrooms. By exploring these themes, educators can organically incorporate diverse perspectives and individuals into the curriculum without compromising the inclusion of canonical composers. This resource empowers teachers to create inclusive and equitable learning environments that celebrate the rich diversity of music history.

Weight: 228g
Dimension: 138 x 216 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032313115