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Another Perspective: The iPad Is a REAL Musical Instrument

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Title: Another Perspective: The iPad Is a REAL Musical Instrument
Language: English
Authors: Williams, David A.
Source: Music Educators Journal. Sep 2014 101(1):93-98.
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Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 6
Publication Date: 2014
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Elementary Secondary Education
Descriptors: Musical Instruments, Handheld Devices, Theater Arts, Music Activities, Music Techniques, Technology Uses in Education, Technology Integration, Musical Composition, Personal Autonomy, Group Activities, Audiolingual Skills, Innovation, Elementary Secondary Education
DOI: 10.1177/0027432114540476
ISSN: 0027-4321
Abstract: This article looks at the iPad's role as a musical instrument through the lens of a live performance ensemble that performs primarily on iPads. It also offers an overview of a pedagogical model used by this ensemble, which emphasizes musician autonomy in small groups, where music is learned primarily through aural means and concerts are interactive shows. Such a model could also be well suited to those using any type of instruments and would have significant potential to attract students who do not currently take part in our traditional school ensembles.
Abstractor: As Provided
Entry Date: 2014
Accession Number: EJ1037957
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:This article looks at the iPad's role as a musical instrument through the lens of a live performance ensemble that performs primarily on iPads. It also offers an overview of a pedagogical model used by this ensemble, which emphasizes musician autonomy in small groups, where music is learned primarily through aural means and concerts are interactive shows. Such a model could also be well suited to those using any type of instruments and would have significant potential to attract students who do not currently take part in our traditional school ensembles.
ISSN:0027-4321
DOI:10.1177/0027432114540476