Effects of Melodic Pattern Difficulty and Performance Experience on Ability To Play by Ear.

Delzell, Judith K.; Rohwer, Debbie A.; Ballard, Diane E.

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ERIC Number: EJ588717

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1999

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Effects of Melodic Pattern Difficulty and Performance Experience on Ability To Play by Ear.

Delzell, Judith K.; Rohwer, Debbie A.; Ballard, Diane E.

Journal of Research in Music Education, v47 n1 p53-63 Spr 1999

Attempts to determine the relative difficulty of playing selected types of melodic pattern by ear; studies the effects of performance experience and instrument family on the ability to play by ear; and investigates the relationship between tonal aptitude and ability to play by ear. Presents results and questions for further research. (DSK)

Descriptors: Auditory Perception, Difficulty Level, Melody, Music, Music Education, Music Techniques, Musical Instruments, Musicians, Prior Learning, Research Needs

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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