Music education in your hands : an introduction for future teachers / Michael L. Mark and Patrice Madura

Includes bibliographical references and index

Why music education? -- The role of government in school music -- The music curriculum for all students -- The music curriculum for vocal and instrumental performers -- The music educator's communities -- Professional associations : the third community -- What music teachers need to know to be successful -- Competencies that music teachers need to be successful -- Challenges for the new teacher -- Statements of belief : words that guide the profession -- Preparing for the future of music education