Based on the National Standards, this text is divided into three parts. Part one, Foundations, covers the rationale for a Music Education program in the elementary years; meaning and musical experience; and elements and kinds of music. Part two- Music Elements, Curriculum and Avenues to Music Learning-covers curriculum development; music for special needs students; avenues to music learning and historic and contemporary approaches. Part three-Musical Experiences- is grouped by avenues of music learning and grades. Thanks to years of thorough research, Music in Elementary Education promises is a standard text in the field. Web resources are available to through authors' website: http://www. marvinmusic. org/artsed. html . | Music In Elementary Education by John Flohr, Paperback | Indigo Chapters