May be repeated for credit. Approval of Instructor. Purpose is to enhance the student's understanding of the nature of early child development as it relates to the child's developing musical characteristics and his resulting music skills. The influences of major learning theories on current music methods and materials for use with young children will be shown. The course is designed to meet the professional needs of music educators and general educators in primary schools, nursery schools, church schools, and other similar community settings.
All work is adapted to the ability and needs of the individual student.
The beginning student in organ must display technical proficiency at the piano to the satisfaction of the instructor. The College musical ensembles are available to all students. Overload fees, if applicable, are waived by the College for any ensemble participation. The Lynchburg Symphony Orchestra is composed of both professional musicians and qualified non-professional musicians from the Lynchburg area. The ensemble rehearses weekly and performs several times a year both in classical and pops concerts.