Presents the life and work of Calvin Brainerd Cady, an influential U.S. music educator who developed a theory of music education that emphasized the unification of children's thoughts and feelings. Discusses Cady's educational practices in depth and how his work remains relevant to current music-education practices. (DSK)

Presents the history of the Illinois School for the Deaf (ISD) band from its inception in 1923 until documentary records end in 1929. Recounts the creation of the band within the context of the ISD, the nature of the repertoire, their performances, and public praise and criticism of the band. (DSK)

The late 19th and early 20th centuries child-study movement called for the widespread "scientific" observation and study of children. Movement leaders sought to reform the public schools and to make them more child-centered. Music educators adopted some child-study principles, incorporating them in textbooks. Psychological literature on music…

The entrance of music into the antebellum common school was extremely important in shaping American musical culture. This early public school music is examined within the context of its musical heritage in New England's churches and the reform spirit of social thought in that era. (Author/RM)

Reviews the early efforts on behalf of music education for the deaf. Provides photographs of both Turner and Bartlett in addition to other primary source material relating to their work. (JDH)

Early in 1952, Allen P. Britton and Warren S. Freeman submitted an article to the "Music Educators Journal" proposing the establishment of a research journal for music education. The history of the subsequent "Journal of Research in Music Education" is described. (RM)

The author describes his personal experiences in trying to get the Music Educators National Conference to sponsor a new journal--the "Journal of Research in Music Education." (RM)

Claims Edgar B. Gordon's most unique contributions were his highly influential but less publicized involvement with radio instruction in music. Traces Gordon's professional development, details his radio involvement, and analyzes his instructional techniques and materials. (Author/BSR)

The impact of Pestalozzian methods on art and music education in the 19th century is examined. In both disciplines these methods departed from traditional rote methods through the use of exercises to measure space (drawing) and time (vocal music). Each developed differently because of social forces affecting their educational roles. (Author/IS)

In 1917 and 1918 Charles Hubert Farnsworth, a music educator, and David Snedden, a critic and educational theorist, exchanged views on the social and educational roles of art and music. Their divergent positions are explained in light of Farnsworth's interest in philosophy and Snedden's schooling in Spencerian and Darwinian thought. (Author/IS)

Thirty-five unpublished booklets on Montessori music education conceived by Maria Montessori and authored by her music consultant, Anna Maria Maccheroni, are discussed. They extend the brief portion devoted to music in Montessori publications and result in a comprehensive and distinctive music education program. (Author/IS)

Reviews the life and works of early Australian music educator, Samuel McBurney. Born in 1847 in Glasgow, Scotland, McBurney emigrated to Australia in 1870. Features his work with preschool children and the blind and includes four examples of his songs for young children. (JDH)

Examines Willem van de Wall's historically significant contributions to seminal literature on music therapy and the influence of music on behavior. Reviews van de Wall's early writings, at his work on music for children, and on music in institutions. Cites his "Music in Hospitals" as the culmination of his work in music therapy, music education,…

The English tonic sol-fa system was developed in the 1930s by Sarah Glover. The system was discovered in 1841 by John Curwen, who subsequently popularized and adapted it. Conflict arose between the two educators regarding the modifications Curwen made in the system. Glover deserves recognition for her contribution. (Author/RM)

As a teacher, conductor, adjudicator, and composer, the Danish immigrant Carl Reinhardt Busch educated the citizens of Kansas City and other cities to a higher level of music comprehension and appreciation. He contributed significantly to the development of music education and should be recognized in its history. (SR)