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The implementation of technology into the curricula of selected independent piano studios.
(2006)
Of the 225 returned surveys, 76 independent piano teachers with 12 or more students reported using one or more forms of technology in their curricula: 47 used computers in their teaching, 47 used keyboard technology, 44 ...
The choral music of Rene Clausen: A comprehensive survey and history.
(2006)
Chapter Two details each of Clausen's compositions known to have been published prior to the end of the year 2004, the only exception to this division being his most recent major work, Memorial. The chapter is divided into ...
Panamanian art music for strings: Works for violin/piano and viola/piano by Roque Cordero, Eduardo Charpentier, and Fermin Castanedas.
(2006)
This dissertation documents a portion of the contribution that Panama has made to the world of classical music. The study focuses on the literature for violin and viola by Panamanian composers Roque Cordero, Eduardo ...
Applications of selected cooperative learning techniques to group piano instruction.
(2006)
The educational concept of cooperative learning is not a new one. The instructional model has existed for centuries and has been thoroughly researched and developed as reflected in the professional literature. Yet this ...
The percussion music of Puerto Rican composer William Ortiz.
(2006)
The percussion music of Latin American composers is still widely unavailable'. The purpose of this document is to introduce the percussion music of Latin American composer William Ortiz to a larger number of performers, ...
Irish music in central Oklahoma: An ethnographic study.
(2006)
Based mainly on fieldwork conducted in the Oklahoma City and Norman areas over a three-and-a-half year span (2002--2006), the research material for this dissertation has been gathered primarily through the author's ...
Using MIDI technology to enhance tuning skills for choral conductors .
(2006)
Chapter Two provides a background on the development of pitch and temperament along with mathematical calculations for different scales. These calculations provide the framework for the tuning software included with the document.
Omnes compleant: A conductor's resource guide to the Office of Compline.
(2006)
Compline is the last of the liturgical celebrations within the daily cycle of the Roman Catholic Divine Office. Intended for observance at the completion of the day, or prior to sleep, Compline is the office immediately ...
Profiles of career-aged keyboard students: Attitudes, preferences, and demographics.
(2006)
This study sought to determine profiles for career-aged adult keyboard students (30-55 years) based on motivation. Perspectives concerning student attitudes and opinions regarding teacher qualities and traits, preferred ...
A comparison of related performance practices of late Renaissance Italian madrigals and twentieth century choral jazz ballads.
(2006)
Primary sources that inform the performance practices of the jazz ballad, including recordings of solo artists, are presented. Recommendations are made for choral jazz ballad performance practice. Recorded examples and ...