Studio Teaching Pedagogy

Explores the theoretical underpinnings of teaching and learning music in a private music teacher studio setting. Whether an art or science, learning and teaching are inseparable. While learning to teach you will gain understanding of how you learn. By understanding the theoretical underpinnings of learning and teaching, with specific emphasis on the practical application in a studio setting, you will gain knowledge of why we teach, how we teach, where and whom we teach. Topics include the learning environment; teacher- learner rapport; physical, technical, musical, mental, psychological, performance and interpretative aspects; the art of listening; pedagogy of practising; use of materials/repertoire; teaching methods; and theories of learning. It aims at integrating aspects of studio music teaching with the wider aims of human development, as well as vocational education of teaching specific skills. The content and evaluations are designed to aid each individual student in their prospective teaching. Be inspired – to learn, to teach, to change the world!