Instructor: John M. Seybert, Ph.D. Office: G12 Phone: (724) 552-2907 Email: jseybert@setonhill.edu Class Hours: 1:50-3:50 Tuesday/ Thursday (Practicum) Location: SHU PAC 112 Office hours: 2:50-4:00 Tuesday and Wednesday, and by appointment
Catalog Description: An investigation of the structure and curriculum of a school instrumental program (K-12). Includes analysis of materials, methods of procedure, techniques, and skills suitable for teaching instrumental lessons and ensembles. Co- or pre-requisites: SMU130, SMU132, SMU134, and SMU136. Field experiences, Tubercular check, Act 33 Child Abuse, Act 34 Criminal Record check, Act 114 FBI Federal Criminal History Record, and PDE-6004 (Arrest or Conviction Report and Certification Form) required. Spring semester. Fee Credit Awarded for the Course: 2 credits
Required Materials:
Cooper, L.G. (2004). Teaching band & orchestra: Methods and materials. Chicago: GIA.
2or 3 binder; enough sets of notebook index sheets/dividers and sheet protectors to satisfactorily complete your course notebook
Suggested Materials:
Coldwell, R. and M. Hewitt. (2010). The Teaching of Instrumental Music 4 th ed. Upper Saddle River, NJ: Pearson.
Consortium of National Arts Education Associations (1994). National standards for arts education. Reston, Virginia: Music Educators National Conference.
Jagow, S. (2007). Teaching Instrumental Music: Developing the Complete Band Program. Delray Beach, FL: Meredith Music.
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The student should develop skills and understanding necessary to plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive instrumental music program at the secondary level. This course is designed to enable the future music educator to:
(1) Acquire pedagogical skills for use with secondary students
(2) Develop a working knowledge of practices in current use in secondary music education
(3) Develop a working knowledge of materials employed in the teaching of secondary instrumental music
(4) Develop an understanding of some of the theoretical constructs on which secondary music education is based and implement them in the instrumental music classroom
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3 B. Specific Behavioral Objectives
Through a variety of in-class exercises and outside field experiences, the student will:
gain fluency in curricular issues and lesson planning explore and evaluate repertoire, instrumental texts, technology and materials appropriate for use in an secondary instrumental music classroom gain an understanding of various methods of teaching instrumental music to secondary school students apply principles of teaching, learning, and classroom management to the secondary school environment become cognizant about the musical development, maturation patterns, and learning styles of secondary school students gain a better understanding of the various theories of learning identify and sequence appropriate teaching materials and strategies for various types of learners implement various techniques for the assessment of musical growth prepare, teach, and evaluate music lessons that incorporate a variety of musical activities directed toward the development of a musical concept in a secondary instrumental music classroom
Topics to Be Covered
National Standards for Arts Education Lesson Planning and Sequencing Pennsylvania Academic Standards for the Arts and Humanities Pennsylvania Common Core Standards Musical Development of Secondary Students Repertoire and Materials Selection Comprehensive Musicianship Running Effective Rehearsals Programming and Performing Motivation and Classroom Management Organizing and Administering the Instrumental Program Technology for Music Instruction Organizing and Administering Your Teaching Handling Business Issues Knowing the Profession Today Process for Securing a Teaching Position Exploring Personal Issues for the Music Educator Contemplating Then, Now, and Why in Music Education
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4 University Objectives:
Communication and Problem Solving Use the expressive arts as a mode of inquiry or expression. Demonstrate leadership, negotiation, relational, and consensus skills. Use technological skills to access information, organize knowledge, and communicate. Propose new solutions to current issues. Express arguments or main points clearly, in written and oral communication. Transfer knowledge and values into sound decision-making.
Historical, Cultural, and Global Awareness Analyze the impact of history, geography, and socio-cultural dynamics on global interactions from a variety of disciplinary perspectives.
Multiple Modes of Inquiry Organize and manage resources in a creative way to achieve impact. Find, evaluate, and apply information. Interpret quantitative and qualitative information to present a logical argument based on supporting data.
Self Reflection and Assessment Demonstrate ethical decision-making grounded in philosophical inquiry. Recognize the value of diverse spiritual and religious perspectives.
Major/Program Objectives: demonstrate knowledge, skills and techniques in the development and delivery of instruction exhibit a knowledge of content, methodologies, philosophies, materials, technologies and curriculum development in music education inspire others by engendering a respect for music and a desire for musical knowledge and experience modify instruction to work productively within diverse education populations recognize the value of lifelong professional development, enabling one to remain current with changes in the arts of teaching music
Course Philosophy and Pedagogical Design
The most important thing I learned in those early days was to know the music and speak the least. -Frederick Fennell
Secondary instrumental music is an essential component of a comprehensive undergraduate music education. There are numerous responsibilities placed on a secondary instrumental educator. It is impossible for any methods to prepare a student for every possible situation you might encounter in your future career. However, it is my goal to prepare with the significant information and reference materials to begin your teaching career with success.
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5 I designed this course to include a sampling of musical experiences with standards-based practices and administrative procedures employed in effective instrumental music programs. The course text, Teaching Band and Orchestra, presents practical information for the beginning program, the intermediate and advanced secondary program, and the big picture (i.e., professional materials to prepare for your career). The primary goal in this course is to provide you with the theory (knowledge of pedagogical methods, lesson planning) and practice to employ effective strategies and assessments in your future instrumental classroom. It is important for you to evaluate the suggested ideals in order to progress musically and pedagogically in ways relevant to students development from intuition to mastery.
Class instruction will focus primarily on in-class activities and demonstrations, the discussion of assigned readings, and teaching presentations (course projects) to peers and secondary school students in field experiences. Class exercises and discussions are intended to clarify and reinforce the course content to enable individuals to contribute to experiential knowledge. You are expected to reference the assigned readings to support your views on various issues discussed in class.
The main purpose of the course is to bring students to a satisfactory level of competency in regard to the following:
a personal philosophy of music education and its relationship to educational practice understanding and application of appropriate and effective instructional practices in line with the National Standards in Music Education and ESOL Standards an acquired repertoire of effective instructional practices in classroom and rehearsal settings a proactive approach to classroom management in various music class settings a working knowledge of the administrative procedures which attend the development and maintenance of a well-founded secondary instrumental music program
To achieve great things, two things are needed: a plan, and not quite enough time. -Leonard Bernstein
Arts Education Standards
National Standards for Music Education http://musiced.nafme.org/resources/national-standards-for-music-education/
National Coalition for Core Arts Standards (NCCAS) http://nccas.wikispaces.com/Home
Pennsylvania Department of Education Academic Standards for Arts and Humanities http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/state_academic_standards/19721
Pennsylvania Department of Education Standards Aligned System http://www.pdesas.org/Standard/CommonCore SMU 333: Instrumental Methods/Practicum Spring 2014
6 SMU 333 Instrumental Methods/Practicum Course Schedule (The instructor reserves the right to adjust the schedule as needed. Readings should be completed prior to class discussions. Students are expected to listen to all related examples in the score anthology.)
Date Topics, Reading, Listening
Week 1 January 23 (R) Course introduction (syllabus, materials, course outline) How to be an Effective Instrumental Music Director? Topics: Syllabi, Practicum Requirements, Ten Leadership Questions Reading: Rush Chapter 10 (141-150); Cooper, pages 333-340
Week 2 January 28 (T) DUE: Answers to Ten Leadership Questions Article Topic: Laying the Foundation Reading: Cooper, Chapter 1 Assignments: Cooper, page 16 (Questions 2 and 4) Goals/Objectives; Beginning Instrumental Philosophy
January 30 (R) DUE: Goals/Objectives; Beginning Instrumental Philosophy Topic: Planning for Success Reading: Cooper, Chapter 3
February 1 (S) Jamey Aebersold Clinics (Required) (9:00 a.m.-8:30 p.m.) Seton Hill University Honor Bands (Jazz/Concert) Rehearsals and Concert
Week 3 February 4 (T) DUE: Aebersold Clinics/Honor Band Reflection Topic: Planning for Success Reading: Cooper, Chapter 3 Assignments: Cooper, pages 57-58 (Questions 2 and 4) Lesson Plan; Teacher Interview
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SMU 333 Instrumental Methods/Practicum Course Schedule (The instructor reserves the right to adjust the schedule as needed. Readings should be completed prior to class discussions. Students are expected to listen to all related examples in the score anthology.)
Date Topics, Reading, Listening
Week 4 February 11 (T) DUE: Timed Rehearsal Plan (Cooper, page 133, Question 1) Topic: Running Effective Rehearsals Reading: Seybert Handout (Effective Rehearsal Strategies) Assignment: Cooper, page 133 (Question 5) List of suggestions concerning rehearsing the ensemble
February 13 (R) DUE: List of Rehearsal Suggestions (Cooper, page 133, Question 1) Topic: Running Effective Rehearsals; Comprehensive Musicianship Reading: Cooper, Chapter 6; OToole, Chapters 1 and 2 Assignment: Page 196 (Questions 1-6) Basic Classroom Rules; Methods to Motivate Students; Pros/Cons for Attending a Music Festival; Techniques and Strategies at Music Festivals Week 5 February 18 (T) DUE: Chapter 8 Assignments (Cooper, Page 196, Questions 1-6) Topic: Considering Some Core Issues (Motivation and Discipline) Reading: Cooper, Chapter 8 Assignment: CMP Group Presentation (Strategies and Assessment)
February 20 (R) Practicum DUE: Unit Plan Proposal
Week 6 February 25 (T) DUE: CMP Group Presentation I (Strategies and Assessment) Topic: Strategies and Assessment Reading: OToole, Chapters 3 and 4 Assignment: CMP Presentations; Technology Proposals
February 27 (R) Practicum
Week 7 March 4 (T) DUE: CMP Group Presentation II (Music Selection, Journal, Homework, and Listening) Topic: Music Selection; Effectively Using Journals; Homework and Listening Assignments; Library File Assignment (Cooper, Page 113) Reading: Cooper, Chapter 5; OToole, Chapters 5, 7, and 8 Assignment: SmartMusic Computer Grade Book (Cooper, page 271, Question 1) and Technology Presentation SMU 333: Instrumental Methods/Practicum Spring 2014
8 SMU 333 Instrumental Methods/Practicum Course Schedule (The instructor reserves the right to adjust the schedule as needed. Readings should be completed prior to class discussions. Students are expected to listen to all related examples in the score anthology.)
Date Topics, Reading, Listening
March 6 (R) Practicum
March 8-16 Spring break, Have a great break! Week 8 March 18 (T) DUE: SmartMusic Computer Grade Book (Cooper, page 271, Question 1) and Technology Presentation Topic: Technology and Instrumental Music Education; Organizing and Administering Your Teaching; Reading: Technology Packet (Dropbox); Cooper, Chapter 10 Assignment:
March 20 (R) Practicum
Week 9 March 25 (T) DUE: Unit Teaching Plans (DRAFT) Peer Editing Topic: Unit Teaching Plans Presentations Reading: OToole, Part III: Unit Teaching Plans (Pages 215-280; 325-395) Assignment: PMEA Reflection
March 27 (R) PMEA Conference - Class Cancelled
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Date Topics, Reading, Listening Week 10 April 1 (T) DUE: PMEA Conference Reflection Topic: Recruiting and Retaining Beginning Students Reading: Cooper, Chapter 2 Assignment: Cooper, page 244, Question 2: Summary of Band and Orchestra Handbooks
April 3 (R) Practicum
Week 11 April 8 (T) DUE: Summary of Band and Orchestra Handbooks Topic: Organizing and Administering the Program Reading: Cooper, Chapter 9 Assignment: Library File and Unit Teaching Plans
April 10 (R) Practicum
Week 12 April 15 (T) DUE: Library File and Unit Teaching Plans (DRAFTS) Topic: Unit Plans and Music Library Files Peer Editing; Contemplating Then, Now, and Why in Music Education Reading: Cooper, Chapter 14; Seybert Article; A Sound Decision Case Study Assignment: Library File and Unit Teaching Plans; Cooper, page 372 ( (question 2): Music Education Philosophy
April 17-21 Easter break, Have a great break!
Week 13 April 22 (T) DUE: Unit Plans Presentation and Music Library Files; Topic: Exploring Personal Issues for the Music Educator Reading: Cooper, Chapter 13
April 24 (R) Practicum
Week 14 April 29 (T) DUE: Music Education Philosophy Topic: Music Education Philosophy (Peer Editing);Handling Business Issues Reading: Cooper, Chapter 11 SMU 333: Instrumental Methods/Practicum Spring 2014
10 SMU 333 Instrumental Methods/Practicum Course Schedule (The instructor reserves the right to adjust the schedule as needed. Readings should be completed prior to class discussions. Students are expected to listen to all related examples in the score anthology.)
Date Topics, Reading, Listening
May 1 (R) Practicum
Week 15 May 6 (T) Topic: Review semester comprehensively
May 8 (R) DUE: Practicum Portfolio (Online) Special Topics Discussion
Have a Great Summer Break!
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Responsibility of the Students
Course Projects All course projects are to be typewritten unless otherwise noted. In cases where specific format has not been prescribed for the project, the student is to create a format that gives a well-ordered and professional appearance. Since an important aspect of class instruction is derived from the discussion of projects, projections submitted late will be accepted within 48 hours of the due date, minus two full letter grades. Projects will not be accepted beyond this 48-hour extension. Course projects are designed to focus on the professional application of course information. It is expected that considerable care will be taken in the preparation and presentation of each project. It is also required that as concerns arise in class preparations, you make an appointment with Dr. Seybert to discuss your project. Please plan ahead.
Code of Academic Conduct: Seton Hill University expects that all its students will practice academic honesty and ethical conduct. The University regards plagiarism, cheating on examinations, falsification of papers, non-sanctioned collaboration, and misuse or illegal use of library material published or unpublished as violations of academic honesty.
Academic Integrity Policy: If a faculty member believes a student has been intentionally academically dishonest for example, with cheating, plagiarism, assisting others with dishonesty the faculty member is obligated to file an Academic Dishonesty Report Form with the Office of Academic Affairs. [For complete statement of Policy, see GriffinGate DocumentsAcademic Affairs--Academic Integrity Policy].
Disability Statement: If you have a disability that may require consideration by the instructor, you should contact Terri Bassi-Cook, the Director of Disability Services at 724-838-4295 or tbassicook@setonhill.edu mailto: tbassicook@setonhill.edu and/or disabilityservices@setonhill.edu mailto:disabilityservices@setonhill.edu as soon as possible to develop a plan of accommodation. You should provide the instructor with a copy of your accommodation plan and schedule a meeting so that you can be supported in an informed manner. It is not necessary to disclose to your instructor the nature of your disability. If you need accommodations for successful participation in class activities prior to your appointment at the Disability Services Office, you should offer information in writing to your instructor which includes suggestions for assistance in participating in and completing class assignments.
Academic Engagement and Class Attendance: Students must fully engage in the learning process, are expected to attend all class meetings, and are held responsible for the full content of each course of study.
A responsible academic life implies systematic preparation in all course work. Students must devote sufficient time for adequate class preparation. A minimum of two hours outside of class for every hour the course meets is a common guideline. SMU 333: Instrumental Methods/Practicum Spring 2014
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Each course instructor articulates in the course syllabus a course outline and required readings and/or assignments which must be completed prior to attendance. The syllabus also describes the teaching/learning environment required in the class (laboratory, studios, experiential exercises, collaborative work, discussion, and lecture). Overall course assessment commonly includes participation and attendance.
The University faculty and administrative support participation in intercollegiate sports, theatre productions, music recitals, conferences, workshops, and other co-curricular activities; however, it is always the students responsibility to negotiate a way to receive information and/or materials distributed in class. Students must understand that, depending on the course design and requirements, it may not be possible to make up a missed class session. The student must negotiate any absence from a class for participation in such events with the instructor prior to the absence from class.
Students who miss a class because of illness or personal emergency must contact the instructor before the class meeting. Depending on the course design and requirements it may not be possible for a student to make up a missed class session.
Saving Course Assignments: In order to fulfill the requirements of the liberal arts curriculum, students must save major assignments completed in this course, so that they can successfully argue in the capstone liberal arts course, Senior Integrative Seminar, that they have met the University Learning Objectives.
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Evaluation ______________________________________________________________________________ Assignments Points Ten Leadership Questions (January 28) 20 Goals/Objectives (January 30) 10 Instrumental Music Education Philosophy for Beginners (January 30) 20 Aebersold Clinics/Honor Band Reflection (February 4) 50 Instrumental Lesson Plan (February 6) 20 Teacher Interview (February 6) 40 Timed Rehearsal Plan (February 11) 25 List of Rehearsal Suggestions (February 13) 25 Chapter 8 Assignments (February 18) 35 Basic Classroom Rules Methods to Motivate Students Pros/Cons for Attending a Music Festival Techniques and Strategies for Performance and Sightreading CMP Group Presentation I (February 25) 25 Strategies and Assessment CMP Group Presentation II (March 4) 25 Music Selections, Journals, Homework and Listening
A = 940-1000 A- = 900-939 B+ = 880-899 B = 840-870 B- = 800-839 C+ = 780-799 C = 740-770 C- = 700-739 D+ = 680-699 D = 640-670 D- = 600-639 F = 599 and below
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14 Project Descriptions
Instrumental Methods Practicum The field experiences will take place in a secondary instrumental program in this area. You are required to complete the appropriate form for EACH observation and if necessary, a reflective self-evaluation for each teaching episode in the classroom. There will be a minimum of TEN (i.e. twenty-hours) school visitations for this course.
Components of the Grade: Attendance, Field Experience Report, Journal Entries, Teaching Videos and Self-Reflections.
Attendance If you must be absent from any of your school visitations due to illness or emergency, you must inform the people affected by your absence (i.e., Dr. Seybert, placement teacher and carpool members, if applicable). Please discuss the situation with Dr. Seybert during the next class meeting to find another schedule another field experience.
Privacy Issues Please be cognizant of the importance of respecting the privacy of the children and teachers observed. Avoid discussing classroom scenarios that might be embarrassing to teachers, parent, or children, or that might include sensitive information concerning a child or family. During class discussions or in journal reflections, use pseudonyms. Use professional judgment when discussion students and situations at your field experience site.
Deportment You will be viewed and judged as an adult by students, parents, and teachers. Please plan ahead and dress conservatively and professionally. Please do not wear jeans or hats. Do not chew gum. Be polite and considerate to every person that you encounter including the principal, secretaries, custodians, teacher assistants, and parents. Be sure to arrive a minimum of 15 minutes prior to your scheduled visitation. Please continue the tradition of representing yourself and Seton Hill University in a professional manner.
Daily Field Experience Report A Daily Field Experience Report is to be completed for each day of field experience. The reports are intended to be a general summary of your days activity in the elementary school. Additional pages may be added if necessary.
Practicum Journal The purpose of making reflective journal comments is to focus attention on the importance of reflective thought as a means of evaluating ones professional practices, on a daily basis. A journal entry should be made after each field experience. Your comments should include reactions to lesson planning, classroom/rehearsal teaching, and the complementary experiences of teaching (e.g., observations of individual students, relationship with the cooperating teacher, relationship with other teachers and administrators, and the overall social environment of the school.). The writing style of the journal entries may be conversational and informal in nature. Journal writing will be evaluated in terms of content quality and quantity. SMU 333: Instrumental Methods/Practicum Spring 2014
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Technology Project: Review of Music Software and Applications Provide a clear and concise summary of a minimum of two software packages and three apps for a mobile tablet and/or smart phone. The summary consists of answers to the questions listed in Guidelines for Evaluating Music Software and a Sample Product Evaluation Form for Technology-Assisted Instruction in Music. Please include any additional information that might assist you and your colleagues in the future. Please provide copies of this assignment for all members of the class.
Instrumental Methods Practicum Portfolio (Online) This purpose of this portfolio is to serve as the basis for the organization of your continuing education information a volume to which material may be added. The regular and systematic updating of your professional knowledge is of utmost importance to your best instructional practice the best care of your students. Continuing education is a fact of life for educators who exemplify the highest standards of educational practice. The organization and maintenance of continuing education information, be it from research journals/conference presentations, or personal creative activity, is a component of every professionals library.
You will be expected to create an online website with all of the information for this portfolio. Please REVISE all of the assignments with my suggestions before placing any document online. I recommend that you use Weebly (http://www.weebly.com) to create your website. I also suggest that you keep hard copies of all documents for your future reference. Please plan ahead.
The Course Portfolio is to be divided into the following tabs online:
Syllabus and Course Schedule Weekly notes and handouts Course Projects (in chronological order) Sections of personal interest (e.g., technology, inclusion) Elementary Method Practicum: include materials pertaining to your Instrumental Methods Guided Field Experience (i.e. all lesson plans, videos of your teaching presentations).
Professional Society Memberships As a music education major at Seton Hill University you are required to be an ACTIVE member in the collegiate NAfME chapter (this means that you are expected to attend ALL of the chapter meetings this semester), which represents all phases of music education at all academic levels. Membership in an additional professional society representing a cognate field is also suggested (e.g., American String Teachers Association, National Band Association).
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16 Readings List
Supplemental Readings
Abeles, H.F., and L.A. Custodero, eds. (2009). Critical issues in music education. New York: Oxford University Press.
Ausubel, D.P. (2000). The acquisition and retention of knowledge: A cognitive view. Dordrecht, Netherlands, Kluwer Academic.
Banks, J.A. (2012). Encyclopedia of Diversity in Education. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.
Boyle, J.D., and R. E. Radocy (1987). Measurement and evaluation of musical experiences. New York: Schirmer Books.
Csikszentmihalyi, M. (1990). Flow: The psychology of optimal experience. New York: Harper & Row.
Duncan, A. (2010). The National Endowment for the Arts. Strategic Plan FY 2012-2016. <www.nea.gov/about/Budget/NEAStrategic Plan 2012-2016.pdf>
Eisner, E.W. (2002) Arts and the creation of mind. New Haven, CT: Yale University Press.
Ericsson, A.K., N. Charness, P. Feltovich, and R.R. Hoffman (2006). Cambridge handbook on expertise and expert performance. Cambridge, UK: Cambridge University Press.
Gardner, H. (1983/2004). Frames of mind: A theory of multiple intelligences. New York: Basic Books.
Gordon, E.E. (2005a). Primary measures of music audiation (CD-Rom). Iowa City; Chicago: GIA. ________ (2012). Learning sequences in music: Skill, content, and patterns. Chicago: GIA.
Hargreaves, D.J. (1986). The developmental psychology of music. Cambridge, England: Cambridge University Press.
Hickey, M. (1999). Assessment rubrics for music composition. Music Educators Journal, 85(4), 26-33.
Houlahan, M. and P. Tacka (2008). Kodaly today: A cognitive approach to elementary music education. New York: Oxford University Press.
Jorgensen, E. (2003). Transforming music education. Bloomington: Indiana University Press.
Levitin, D. (2006). This is your brain on music. New York: Dutton.
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17 Lindeman, C. (2003). Benchmarks in action: A guide to standards-based assessment. Reston, VA: Music Educators National Conference.
Mark, M. and C. Gary (2007). A history of American music education (3 rd ed.). Blue Ridge Summit, PA: Rowman & Littlefield Education.
Reimer, B. (2000). Performing with understanding: The challenge of the national standards for music education. Reston, VA: Music Educators National Conference.
Seybert, J. (2013). A History of the North American Band Directors Coordinating Committee, 1960-1970, Journal of Research in Music Education 60, no. 4: 430-451.
________. Effective Rehearsal Techniques for Instrumental Ensembles, The Instrumentalist (under review).
Suzuki, S. (1983). Nurtured by love: The class approach to talent. (W. Suzuki, Trans.). Smithtown, NY: Exposition Park Press.
Webster, P.R. (1990). Creativity as creative thinking. Music Educators Journal, 76 (9), 22-28.
Wong, H., and R. Wong. (2001). The first days of school: How to be an effective teacher. Sunnyvale, CA: Harry K. Wong Publications.