History and Philosophy of MusicEducation in the United States

This course will examine the historical and philosophical development of music education in America, tracing its roots in biblical times and continuing through recent historical events and trends. Readings and discussions will highlight specific topics, including Ancient Greek music philosophy and aesthetics, music education in medieval times, the influences of humanism and the Enlightenment, musical aesthetics related to 19th and 20th-century educational thought, and current trends highlighting pragmatic music education philosophies.