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Palmer, C. Michael – Journal of Research in Music Education, 2016
The purpose of this exploratory study was to examine the role aural imitation ability, jazz theory knowledge, and personal background variables play in the development of jazz improvisation achievement. Participants (N = 70) included 26 high school and 44 college instrumentalists with varying degrees of jazz improvisation experience. Data were…
Descriptors: Music, Music Education, Creative Activities, Music Theory
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Lobman, Carrie – Urban Education, 2014
The intense focus on standardized tests has created a culture of anxiety in many inner-city schools. This article presents the findings of a case study of a test anxiety program that helped inner-city students and staffs deal more productively with anxiety through play, performance, and team building. According to the findings, the program created…
Descriptors: Test Anxiety, Urban Schools, Elementary Schools, School Activities