Discussed the ancient Buddhist music of Tibet and its variety of musical instruments. (RK)

Author examined what exactly music is and what we get out of it. (Author/RK)

Article turned to advanced managerial concepts as a way of unraveling some of the seemingly insoluble problems that remain associated with the arts. (Author/RK)

Article presented at the convention of the Music Educators National Conference (Seattle, March 17, 1968).

The world has long appreciated what most American intellectuals continue to ignore--that there is a significant American music, going its diverse ways with irresistible vitality. (Editor)

Discusses, with refreshing insight, the relationship of the artist in the United States with his audience. Based on the incongruities of race, economic status, and culture that constitutes the "hilarious American joke," the author, a successful writer and professor at New York University, learns that when one leasts expects it the most unlikely…

Discusses a variety of ways in which the small ensemble may be developed into a highly successful organization within the school. Highlights the importance of student input into performances and advocates the planning of concerts in conjunction with professional performers. Describes several of the author's experiences with small ensembles. (GEA)

By viewing rock lyrics as a vehicle that demands a sociopolitical response, rock and roll critics place in the hands of rock artists a responsibility that is not warranted. Particularly with regard to political messages, rock and roll should be viewed from a more individualized perspective. (BJV)

Discusses the life of William Billings, an early American composer and a leader in one of the earliest forms of organized music education in the United States: singing schools and singing societies. Examines his contributions to the U.S. musical heritage and briefly surveys his publications. (GEA)

Examines a dissertation that provides a classification and analysis of 197 "bebop" themes. Explains a major drawback of the study is the author's unwillingness to interpret his data and answer questions the study raises. Concludes with a rebuttal which defends the study and explains the research rationale. (BSR)

This study explored the relationship between two types of behavioral self-assessment and posttest conducting achievement scores. Contends that students can efficiently change their conducting or rehearsal behavior by studying operational definitions, participating in practical conducting experiences, observing themselves in a videotape, taking…

It is ironic that the barometer of progress for Blacks has been their success in the performing arts. The film industry has historically shaped and reflected racist attitudes toward Blacks, while the popular music industry still segregates and exploits Black artists. (Author/GC)

Tips to help musicians relax and be more confident as they perform are presented. For example, when complete attention is focused on the music, the mind does not worry about the audience. (RM)

William Grant Still died in 1978, but excerpts from a 1968 interview are now made available. Still discusses his life and work, especially his experiences as a Black composer in a still largely segregated America. He attempted to integrate his classical training with his roots in Black culture. (CS)

To date, writings on women in jazz have failed to relate women's music to the mainstream of jazz history. Significant women instrumentalists and composers in early jazz, the swing era, and in modern jazz are discussed. (RM)