Date of Award

1958

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Arts (M.A.)

Department

Music

First Advisor

Not Mentioned

Abstract

The problem considered in this study arises from the different functions and objectives of the Junior college. From the time the Junior college was established to the present day, objectives, purposes and functions of this unique institution have been changing.Much has been recommended by music education organisations regarding the objectives of the Junior college music department. In 1938 a Junior college music committe submitted to the Music Educators National Conference the following objectives for the Junior college music department: 1. To meet the needs of the community in the enrichment of social living through; a) Ability to participate in some form of musical activity b) Ability to be an intelligent listener 3. To provide the necessary prerequisite courses for further study in the university or professional school 3. To equip the student of superior talent to undertake a musical career by providing so-called terminal course

Pages

153

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