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Phonograph Record Libraries for School Use
Frances Elliottt Clark (1860–1958) who was an early music appreciation advocate. She developed and promoted phonograph record libraries for school use. She realized the difference it could make to her students if they could hear professional recordings. Her principal agreed and approved the purchase of a machine for the schools. In the in the 1920s, she promoted the radio as an avenue to music appreciation. (Kelleher, 2013) -
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The NBC Music Appreciation Hour
A radio series aired by NBC through 1928-1942 which contained lectures on pieces of classical music, analyzed compositions, illustrates functions, effects of instruments, reviews, and compares the works of outstanding composers to promote an enjoyment of good music through an understanding of it. (Howe, 2003) -
Folk Music of America
On every Tuesday during CBS' "The American School of the Air" there would be a special broadcast dedicated to the folk music of America. Students would tune in to a specific station in order to hear the broadcast. Here, great American field collector of folk music, Alan Lomax, would give historical overviews of American folk songs. (Bianchi, 2008) -
National Association for Music Education
The National Association for Music Education is an organization that believes every American child should have the rights to instruction in music. It has worked to ensure that every student has access to a well balanced, comprehensive, and high quality program of music instruction taught by qualified teachers. Their activities and resources have been largely responsible for the establishment of music education in America. (Demorest, Morrison, 2000) -
International Society for Music Education
The International Society for Music Education's mission is to build a worldwide network of music educators. It advocates music education globally. Also, across the lifespan and to foster intercultural understanding and cooperation. An emphasis on musicianship was implememted as well. Without proper musicianship, the quality of the teach would be not as great. (Heidi, 2012) -
National Defensive Act
In response to the launch of the Sputnik, American schools increased focus on science, math, and technology. Leaving less emphasis on music education. Music teachers believed that music should get equal attention as math and science. Without music, students would not have that extra knowledge of recognizing patterns and reading music that would actually help them with math and even science. Constant battle would occur during the time of the National Defensive Act. (Strain, 2005) -
Manhattanville Music Curriculum Project
A music education curricular plan that sought to improve music education through a child-centered approach. Its objectives is to develop positive musical behaviors in students. It uses a spiral curriculum that sequentially introduces new concepts in action-oriented cycles that are developmentally appropriate. They would give the children more attention with the lessons being taught. Quality of the teachers were emphasized. (Moon, Humphreys, 2010) -
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Yale Symposium
The Yale Symposium was a seminar that took place at Yale University that dealt with the problems facing music education and to propose possible solutions. President John F. Kennedy appointed the Panel on Educational Research and Development. Recommended that the K-12 music curriculum of previous decades be examined. Discovered why school music programs had not produced a musically literate and active public. Music materials and music performance were the two main areas of concern. (Werner, 2009) -
Elementary Secondary Education Act
This program allowed for workshops and visiting lecturers in the arts. Many poor schools were able to purchase much needed equipment. With schools being able to obtain these instruments and equipment, it would help students connect with their teacher on a musical level. Also, they would attain a great opportunity have a hands-on approach on learning music. They would be able to play instruments and know how each instrument looks, sounds, and performs. (Voke, 2001) -
National Endowment for the Arts
Signed by former President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1965. This association funds and promotes the artistic elements, creativity, and excellence for the benefits of individuals and their communities through music. Their order of grants included grants for arts projects, national initiatives, and partnership agreements. he National Endowment for the Arts recognizes and supports a wide range of music. These genres of music include classical to contemporary to jazz. (Crawford, 2011) -
The Tanglewood Symposium
A conference in Tanglewood, Massachussetts that spanned for eleven days that was held by The National Association for Music Education. During the eleven days, "The Tanglewood Delcoration" would be established. This decloration would provide a philosophical basis for future developments in music education in schools across America. Soon, more tactics were made in order to create a better curricula in music education. (Mark, 2011) -
International Association for Jazz Education
The purpose or mission of the former association was to spread the word of jazz through outreach programs. They also focused on educating others about jazz in the hopes of helping the music grow and develop. It is listed as an non-profit organization and is entirely voluntary. They ran programs throughout the year, which were used as a way to show the history and heritage of jazz. Additionally, they helped others learn how to appreciate the music. (Jazz Times, 2008) -
The Goals and Objectives Project
Established after the Tanglewood Symposium, The GO Project aimed to carry out comprehensive music programs in all schools. Helped involve people of all ages in learning music. They supported the quality preparations of teachers. Also, they used the most effective music education techniques and resources. As a result, the quality of music teachers were better. (Harris, 2009) -
Education Act for Handicapped Students
The Education Act for Handicapped Students was signed by Gerald Ford in 1975. This act helped pave the way for music therapy. Music therapy would be implemented to help teach students with dissabilities the joy of music. Students would not miss out and have an equal opportunity to learn about music like every child in their school and would use musical activities to foster the development of motor communication in students with special education needs. (Music Therapy and Music Education) -
National Standards for Music Education
The National Standards for Music Education provides core music standards from Pre-Kindergarten to the twelfth grade. Each grade level has a specific requirement to fill in order to have the student(s) understand the presented material. These lessons include composition, theory, and performing. The younger student(s) would be taught the name of the notes and slaces. While, the older students would focus on compositons and harder concepts in music theory. (National Standards for Music Education)
