| Patriotism and Nationalism in Music Education Contributor(s): Hebert, David G. (Editor), Kertz-Welzel, Alexandra (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1409430804 ISBN-13: 9781409430803 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $190.00 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: October 2012 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Education - Music | Instruction & Study - General |
| Dewey: 780.71 |
| LCCN: 2012029567 |
| Physical Information: 0.73" H x 6.38" W x 9.49" (1.20 lbs) 202 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Music has long served as an emblem of national identity in educational systems throughout the world. Patriotic songs are commonly considered healthy and essential ingredients of the school curriculum, nurturing the respect, loyalty and 'good citizenship' of students. But to what extent have music educators critically examined the potential benefits and costs of nationalism? Globalization in the contemporary world has revolutionized the nature of international relationships, such that patriotism may merit rethinking as an objective for music education. The fields of 'peace studies' and 'education for international understanding' may better reflect current values shared by the profession, values that often conflict with the nationalistic impulse. This is the first book to introduce an international dialogue on this important theme; nations covered include Germany, the USA, South Africa, Australia, Finland, Taiwan, Singapore and Canada. |