TY - BOOK AU - Mark,Michael L. TI - Contemporary music education SN - 0028719158 (alk. paper) AV - MT 3 M345c 1996 U1 - 780.71 PY - 1996/// CY - New York, London PB - Schirmer Books, Prentice Hall International KW - School music KW - Instruction and study KW - United States N1 - Includes bibliographical references (p. 305-336) and index; List of Illustrations and Exhibits. Preface to the Third Edition. Preface to the First Edition. PART I: SOCIAL AND INTELLECTUAL FOUNDATIONS OF CONTEMPORARY MUSIC EDUCATION. 1. Historical Foundations of Music Education. 2. Pivotal Events of the Contemporary Era. 3. Intellectual Currents in the Contemporary Era. 4. Advocacy: Connecting Public Policy and Arts Education. PART II: THE MUSIC CURRICULUM. 5. Music Education Methods. 6. Materials and Tools of Music Education. PART III: AREAS OF CONCERN FOR MUSIC EDUCATION. 7. Music Education for Special Needs. 8. The Education of Music Teachers. PART IV: FINALE. 9. The Assessment of Music Education. 10. Contemporary Music Education: Conclusion. Bibliography. Index N2 - Contemporary Music Education maintains the practical and objective stance that has made it a standard in the field ER -