The Children's Music Studio is the first book that provides a wealth of materials and a clear roadmap for applying Reggio Emilia educational principles and practices to music education. Informed by the cutting edge research on music learning, this practical guide includes detailed music studio plans and documentation of children's work in music studios.
In this text, Hanna takes us on a journey of understanding guided by her own experience with early childhood music teaching, Reggio research and firsthand Reggio and Reggio-inspired experiences...She familiarizes us with historical and philosophical elements of Reggio and Reggio-inspired teaching as they relate to school music education, weaving this important contextual information into a practical guide for music educators interested in the approach... Readers will feel empowered to explore Reggio-inspired music teaching and learning in many contexts, especially those interested in popular music education and emerging music education practices, after finishing Hanna's timely and innovative text.