Abstract
MUSIC EDUCATION AT SCHOOL LEVEL WITH PROSPECTUS OF CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Research Scholar: Iqbal Hussain Mir
Deptt. of Music, Punjabi University Patiala
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Mail: mir.iqbalhussain@gmail.com
Abstract
Music a form of art that cuts across all cultural barriers. Concerts, festivals, and works of art bring people from all walks of life together to appreciate music. Music is frequently used as a background to activity. Students interested in learning about music will enjoy learning about its history, cultural influences, genres, and significant contributions. These contributions are ongoing, but beginning with the basics provides a solid foundation for learning music.
The formal study of music, irrespective of instrument, entails a variety of factors. The primary areas of study of music are theory and practical knowledge. Additional units include music history, composition analysis, and the study of diverse genres. For a long time, pupils have been taught music at school. This article presents an overview of the music education system, exposing the numerous topics that music educators must be aware of, such as technology, curricular evolution, regulation, and a variety of societal requirements ranging from cultural diversity to evolving musical tests. It covers the broad framework of the profession and how the future of music education is in the hands of today's student teachers as they learn how to be advocates for music in our classrooms. The current study also examines music as a future vocation and various additional job prospects such as vocalists, instrumentalists, teachers, composers, music journalists, music therapists, writers, and producers.