Shaping Sound Musicians

by Patricia Otoole

Beyond the notes on the page, there is a composer, a craft, and a place in time; beyond the dynamic markings are feelings, expression, and inspiration. With Shaping Sound Musicians, author Patricia O Toole, along with a host of Wisconsin master teachers, helps lead both students and teachers to a deeper understanding of the music they encounter.



This teaching model, developed by the Wisconsin Comprehensive Musicianship Project (CMP), invites music educators, both veteran and novice, to create meaningful, comprehensive lesson plans with the help of five basic Analysis, Outcomes, Strategies, Assessment, and Music Selection.



These points lead to a greater understanding of the music performed while helping teachers provide accountability through creative assessment strategies, program concerts that teach musical and historical concepts, encourage cross-curricular application of music education, and meet the National Standards.



In addition to the step-by-step explanations of how to embrace the CMP model and put it into practice, the author also draws from the collective wisdom of CMP teachers to provide hundreds of practical teaching examples and innovative ideas guaranteed to enhance musical instruction in performing ensembles.



This is the kind of book where you can turn randomly to any page and get a great musical idea all made easier by a wonderfully inviting layout. O Toole s colleague Randal Swiggum also contributes to the book by providing sample unit teaching plans that feature high-quality repertoire for band, choir, and orchestra.

412 pages, Hardcover

First published October 30, 2003

Reviews

[Travis · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book will be a constant reference source for music educators. This is based on the Wisconsin Comprehensive Musicianship Project - the goal in reading and using this text is to help our student musicians become better musicians. This resource will not only allow the teacher to pick exceptional literature, but to teach it effectively.

[Bill · Rating 5 out of 5]

Based on the Wisconsin CMP model, this is a must-read for every school band, orchestra and choir teacher in the world.

[Val · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love CMP as a framework for secondary ensembles. I’m glad this book is so eminently practical. I was almost hoping it would take me longer to read, but since it’s so well-articulated, it was a quick read.

[Courtney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great for secondary music educators! Wish I had read this in my undergrad!!!