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Hayward, Carol M.; Gromko, Joyce Eastlund – Journal of Research in Music Education, 2009
The purpose of this study was to examine predictors of music sight-reading ability. The authors hypothesized that speed and accuracy of music sight-reading would be predicted by a combination of aural pattern discrimination, spatial-temporal reasoning, and technical proficiency. Participants (N = 70) were wind players in concert bands at a…
Descriptors: Music Reading, Musicians, Vision, Visualization
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Hiatt, James S.; Cross, Sam – Music Educators Journal, 2006
A musical ear is widely accepted as an essential ingredient in the education of successful music students. Most music educators believe that without a well-developed ear, it's impossible for a musician to function on a professional level as a teacher, conductor, performer, or composer. The purpose of this article is to introduce the concept of…
Descriptors: Teaching Methods, Musicians, Music Techniques, Classroom Techniques