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ERIC Number: EJ226778
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1980-Jan
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Improvisation: A Tool for Music Learning.
Baker, David N.
Music Educators Journal, v66 n5 p42-51 Jan 1980
The author suggests that instruction in musical improvisation can serve any student interested in music. Improvisation is defined, teaching suggestions are presented, and selected resources for teaching with improvisation are included. The emphasis is on jazz, though most information is applicable to other kinds of improvisation. (KC)
Descriptors: Applied Music, Educational Resources, Jazz, Music, Music Education, Music Techniques, Music Theory, Musical Composition, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers; Guides - Classroom - Teacher
Education Level: N/A
Audience: Practitioners
Language: English
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Identifiers: Improvisation