Marching Band Techniques in the Music Teacher Education Curriculum - A Survey of High School Band Director Needs and Current University Offerings and Practices

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This dissertation, presented in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Degree Doctor of Philosophy, examines marching band techniques within the context of music teacher education curricula. Specifically, it surveys the needs of high school band directors concerning marching band instruction and analyzes the current offerings and practices of universities in preparing music educators for this role. The study, completed in 1987 at The Ohio State University, aims to bridge the gap between the practical demands faced by high school band directors and the academic preparation provided by higher education institutions. It investigates what skills and knowledge are essential for effective marching band leadership and teaching, and how university music education programs can better equip future directors. The findings are intended to inform curriculum development and enhance the quality of marching band instruction at the high school level.

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Pages174

Reading Time1 h 1 min

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MARCHING BAND TECHNIQUES

IN THE MUSIC TEACHER EDUCATION CURRICULUM:

A SURVEY OF HIGH SCHOOL BAND DIRECTOR NEEDS
AND CURRENT UNIVERSITY OFFERINGS AND PRACTICES

DISSERTATION

Presented in Partial Fulfillment of the Requirements for the Degree Doctor of Philosophy in the Graduate School of The Ohio State University
By
Frank Carl Tracz, B.M.E., M.M.E.

The Ohio State University
1987
Reading Committee:
Jere L. Forsythe
A. Peter Costanza
Jon R. Woods

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What is the main focus of this dissertation?

The dissertation focuses on marching band techniques within music teacher education curricula, surveying the needs of high school band directors and current university offerings.

Who is the author of this dissertation?

The dissertation was authored by Frank Carl Tracz, who holds both a B.M.E. and an M.M.E. degree.

When and where was this dissertation presented?

This dissertation was presented in 1987 at The Ohio State University as partial fulfillment for a Doctor of Philosophy degree.

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