Music education must assist in the task of restoring the student's faith in today, his hope in tomorrow, and his respect for yesterday. (Author)

Article described the expression of ideas in music and the part that literature played as a motivation for those ideas. (RK)

To what degree can computers be programed to create original, aesthetic musical compositions? Three examples of computer-generated melody illustrate that computers are by no means close to producing advanced musical works which call for aesthetic and intuitive decision making. (Author/KC)

Mass media has made it possible for all members of the public to listen to and enjoy good music. (CK)

Ian Tamblyn's workshop on song writing emphasized that song writing takes time and work and that one should enjoy the process, whether or not anyone else will ever hear the song. Guidelines cover choosing a song topic, developing a story within the song, conveying a distinct perspective, and using song writing in outdoor and experiential…

Begin with a musical theme and kids feel "safe" in talking about good and bad feelings. (Editor)

Describes benefits that can derive from the use of avant-garde music in a choral classroom. (Editor)

This paper addresses the simplification of music as a way to introduce all beginners to making music. Creative play is emphasized to encourage students to feel ownership of the music they create. Suggestions are given for improvisation to known songs with small guitars, ukuleles and dulcimers. The paper advocates a return to the roots of music…

Considers the history of art, analyzes its specific features, and expresses some thoughts about its future. (RK)

Primary grade children composed their own chants using the sounds of words and putting their own poems to music. (AF)

Author described his own strategy for helping people learn to compose music, which he called the improvisational approach. (Author/RK)

Author accents the relationship between art and the times, and, as well, that the artistic task always takes precedence over technique. (RK)

Considers the educational environment necessary for stimulating creative expression in students and the attitudes that will allow such expression. (RK)