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What is the primary focus of music education according to the aesthetic philosophy?
What is the primary focus of music education according to the aesthetic philosophy?
- Functional value of music
- Developing musical skills and understandings (correct)
- Music as a form of entertainment
- Competency in other academic areas
How are feelings related to music experiences in the aesthetic philosophy?
How are feelings related to music experiences in the aesthetic philosophy?
- Feelings are irrelevant to musical expression.
- Feelings are objective and universal.
- Feelings are based solely on personal opinions.
- Feelings can be traced to specific musical structures. (correct)
Which statement aligns with the idea of high-quality musical products in education?
Which statement aligns with the idea of high-quality musical products in education?
- Any form of music is acceptable in curriculum.
- Only the highest quality music should be included. (correct)
- Music quality is determined by its popularity.
- All genres of music should be treated equally.
What is the significance of studying expressive sonic properties in music?
What is the significance of studying expressive sonic properties in music?
According to the key ideas, what should be prioritized in a music curriculum?
According to the key ideas, what should be prioritized in a music curriculum?
What is the primary focus of the Utilitarian philosophy of music education?
What is the primary focus of the Utilitarian philosophy of music education?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a benefit of the Utilitarian philosophy of music education?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a benefit of the Utilitarian philosophy of music education?
According to the Aesthetic philosophy of music education, what is an essential aspect of music?
According to the Aesthetic philosophy of music education, what is an essential aspect of music?
Which statement reflects a key idea of the Utilitarian philosophy?
Which statement reflects a key idea of the Utilitarian philosophy?
Which of these reasons was NOT given for including music in schools in Boston in the 1830s?
Which of these reasons was NOT given for including music in schools in Boston in the 1830s?
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Key Ideas for Aesthetic Music Education
- Emphasis on developing musical skills for their own sake, rather than for external competencies.
- Aesthetic philosophy prioritizes the intrinsic value of music over its functional benefits.
- Engaging with music involves subjective feelings linked to specific musical structures and expressive elements.
- The emotional messages conveyed through music stem from its expressive sonic properties.
- A curriculum should only incorporate high-quality musical products to enhance feelings-based experiences.
Utilitarian Philosophy of Music Education
- Focuses on practical outcomes of music education, emphasizing its role as a functional tool.
- Introduced in public schools in Boston in 1838 to improve singing in Christian congregations, linking music to moral development, health, and intellectual growth.
- Advocates suggest that strong music programs correlate with improved academic performance and character building.
- Music serves non-musical outcomes, often highlighted in academic contexts to show music's positive impact on subjects like science and math.
- Utilitarian educators may emphasize how music lessons help students grasp mathematical, linguistic, or scientific concepts, reinforcing the importance of music education for broader developmental benefits.
Aesthetic Philosophy of Music Education
- Centers around the expression of emotion through music, arguing that it is vital for comprehensive education.
- Promotes emotional and aesthetic learning as essential components of human experience.
- Studying music fosters self-knowledge and a deeper understanding of one’s emotional life.
- This philosophy links education to the appreciation of beauty, emotion, and expression in music.
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