Discusses ways to teach elementary and secondary students about careers in music. Activities which increase student awareness of the variety of possible careers in music, establish positive attitudes toward work, and improve understanding of the economic factors affecting the job market are described. (AM)

Discusses the advantages and challenges of the group piano teaching approach. Different kinds of group piano classes are described. To make group classes effective, teachers must learn about the psychological factors involved in this kind of learning, group students properly, organize lessons well, and provide group leadership. (AM)

Suggests tips for maintaining discipline in secondary music classes. Tips cover teacher behavior, classroom organization, and lesson pacing. (AM)

Experimental, descriptive, and philosophical music education research projects have implications and benefits for practitioners. The Music Educators National Conference (MENC) provides assistance for understanding, applying, and conducting research. Future research will focus on the problems of music learning. (Author/AM)

The qualities necessary for an individual to participate in a performance group are the same qualities as those needed in the classroom. Teachers must satisfy the student's needs for security, fulfillment, sharing, and caring. (Author/AM)

Lists 40 manufacturers of software, computers, synthesizers, and other electronic devices, and compositions for computer, tape, and electronic instruments. Names, addresses, and type of product manufactured are included. (KC)

Music listening experiences have a role in the general music program. "Scanning" is Harry S. Broudy's approach to developing responsiveness to music's expressive qualities through music listening. (AM)

Action learning seeks to develop an active, positive attitude toward the personal benefits of musical involvement and places learners' goals and intentions at the center of teaching. But, because action learning uses activities, it can easily be confused with the activities approach. Any similarities, however, are superficial. (RM)

Presents advice to the marching band director on music selection, instrument balance, musician warmup, rehearsal techniques, and band formations which will produce the optimal musical sound in a field show. (SJL)

Criticizes the way music is being taught in the schools because current teaching methods do not emphasize music's emotional, expressive impact. The author argues that the primary role of music education programs should be to stimulate students' emotional and imaginative responses. (AM)

Considers changes in the Music Educators National Conference (MENC) and American music education in the next 25 years. The author speculates about MENC's future leaders, geographical influences on the organization, the proliferation of special-interest groups, tensions between music performance and general education goals, and economic and…

Discusses why the second national music assessment conducted by the National Assessment of Educational Progress found a slight decline in student music knowledge. Strengths and weaknesses of the assessment are described. (AM)

Describes how arts and humanities programs have been integrated into related or allied arts curricula in elementary and secondary schools. Ways to approach the learning and teaching of related arts are discussed. These include analogous concepts, common themes, historical eras, and art works that are combinations of different art forms. (AM)

Describes ways teachers can prevent cutbacks in school music programs. A strong argument can be presented that music education is economically efficient because music teachers carry above average class loads. Suggestions for ways that teachers can provide leadership in organizing public support are included. (AM)

Presents approaches to recruiting which can help achieve a successful school band program. Key elements discussed include identifying students with musical ability, providing personal contact with prospective students and their parents, promoting a positive image of the band, and planning and organizing carefully. (AM)