039 - A Creative, Integrated Approach to Teaching Music Theory

Field Notes on Music Teaching & Learning · Jan 12, 2022 · 13m

So often in our teaching and learning experiences, music theory is taught as a standalone subject. We need to develop an understanding of theory and musical structure just like we need to develop an understanding of syntax and grammar in language. But I've been wondering lately if there's a better way to incorporate these learning experiences and theoretical conversations into our teaching. How can we as music educators make more connections between music theory and music practice, between the analysis and study of music and the actual creation of it? How can we make music theory more…