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"Non-Musical" Interests And Abilities Of Students Of Arthur Jordan Conservatory Of Music, Nellie Jones Jun 1949

"Non-Musical" Interests And Abilities Of Students Of Arthur Jordan Conservatory Of Music, Nellie Jones

Graduate Thesis Collection

The present study is an endeavor to supply additional information which may assist in the evaluation of music students of Jordan Conservatory.


A Statistical Survey Of Beginning Wind Instrumental Methods, Paul H. Patterson Jun 1949

A Statistical Survey Of Beginning Wind Instrumental Methods, Paul H. Patterson

Graduate Thesis Collection

The purpose of this thesis is to ascertain to what extent authors of beginning brass and wood-wind methods agree and disagree


The Adequacy Of Music Theory In The High School As Applied To Collegiate Music Study, Esther M. Garretson Jan 1949

The Adequacy Of Music Theory In The High School As Applied To Collegiate Music Study, Esther M. Garretson

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This present study grew of of the writer's own conviction of the need for a thorough comprehension of Music Theory for a well rounded musicianship in any field of musical endeavor. More specifically it was understaken to point out the need for more adequate preparation, through the study of Music Theory in Secondary schools, by those students who intend to enroll in a Collegiate Music School; to show that a major portion of the curriculum of such a school is made up of course in Music Theory; and to offer proof that Secondary schools on the whole do not meet …


A Comparison Of The Status Of Music, Home Economics, And Agriculture In The Secondary Schools Of Indiana, Reba Marree Geist Jan 1949

A Comparison Of The Status Of Music, Home Economics, And Agriculture In The Secondary Schools Of Indiana, Reba Marree Geist

Graduate Thesis Collection

It is hoped that the facts revealed in this survey will aid in the passage of a law in Indiana concerning Music Education, similar to the law in effect in Indiana dealing with Vocational Education. It is further hoped that these facts will show a need for better programs of music education. The purpose of this survey is to collect data showing what is being done so that better things might be accomplished.


The Minnesota Clerical Test As A Measure Of Piano Aptitude, Helen Ferrell Harlan Jan 1949

The Minnesota Clerical Test As A Measure Of Piano Aptitude, Helen Ferrell Harlan

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No abstract provided.


An Evaluation Of High School Chorus Materials, Albert Wilson Canine Jan 1949

An Evaluation Of High School Chorus Materials, Albert Wilson Canine

Graduate Thesis Collection

One of the most important problems of a chorus director is how to select suitable materials which will be effectively used with a particular group. This problem is worthy of careful consideration. It is the purpose of this thesis to determine the factors necessary in choosing good material for the high school chorus and to offer a list of the best available selections as an aid to the director in choosing the most appropriate music.


The Status Of Primary Music In The Schools Of Indiana, Elizabeth Schwier Jan 1949

The Status Of Primary Music In The Schools Of Indiana, Elizabeth Schwier

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No abstract provided.


Experimental Studies In Junior High School Monotonism, Lina Baldauf Knight Jan 1941

Experimental Studies In Junior High School Monotonism, Lina Baldauf Knight

Graduate Thesis Collection

The individual who lacks the use of his voice as a musical instrument lacks the natural, fundamental medium of musical expression. Not only does he lack the means for the closest and most direct relationship with music, but also there is a serious danger that, as a result, his whole range of musical appreciation will be impaired and finally obliterated. This is likely to occur because he does not have at his command and under his control this power which he so definitely needs. Children who are thus handicapped are often designated by the use of the word monotone.


An Evaluation Of Music Education Courses, George M. Small Jun 1940

An Evaluation Of Music Education Courses, George M. Small

Graduate Thesis Collection

One of the ever-pressing needs in the field of education, and in all phases of life, is constant revaluation of preparation for the task of building a better citizenship. Each individual should develop his talents and abilities to the highest degree in order to be able to contribute to this task of uplifting society.


The Junior High School Music Teachers And Some Problems They May Encounter, Adelaide T. Riley Jan 1940

The Junior High School Music Teachers And Some Problems They May Encounter, Adelaide T. Riley

Graduate Thesis Collection

It is the purpose of this thesis to investigate materials which have a place in revealing the indispensable value of the junior high school teacher. Special attention has been given to personal characteristics, general and musical training, teaching procedure with types of pupils with whom she makes daily contact and outstanding problems with which she may be confronted.


Educational Qualifications And Personality Characteristics Of The Grade Teacher Who Teaches Music, Harriett J. Wright Jan 1939

Educational Qualifications And Personality Characteristics Of The Grade Teacher Who Teaches Music, Harriett J. Wright

Graduate Thesis Collection

The purpose of this thesis on the educational qualifications and the personality characteristics of the grade teacher is to ascertain whether or not the teacher is given adequate preparation for teaching music in her classroom. The research seems to indicate that comparatively little music training is given students preparing to teach in elementary grades. It is the author's desire that this thesis will bring to the attention of those in charge of teacher training curricula, the need for additional work in the field of music.


Research Problem Pertaining To Growth And Development Of The Child Voice With Course Of Study, May Dorsey Jan 1937

Research Problem Pertaining To Growth And Development Of The Child Voice With Course Of Study, May Dorsey

Graduate Thesis Collection

In presenting this thesis, the author has used the research problem pertaining to the growth and development of the child voice, and as an outcome has set forth the content of a course of study in music to include aims, procedures, and materials for grade schools, which are necessary for a varied and well grounded musical experience.


Music Supervision, Stanley Norris, B. M. Jan 1936

Music Supervision, Stanley Norris, B. M.

Graduate Thesis Collection

It is the purpose of this thesis to investigate materials which have a place in the development of supervision as it concerns the special subject of music in the curricula of the public schools. Special attention has been given to the investigation of the training in supervision as given by schools, colleges, and universities in the hope that these institutions may better adapt their curricula to meet the needs of the modern music supervisor.