A History of Music Education in England, 1872-1928

Between 1872 and 1928 there was a tremendous growth in the teaching of music in schools, which played its part in the gradual transformation of musical life in England. This text assesses the impact of a small group of influential musicians who made a significant contribution to this expansion. Her/His Majesty's inspectorate of schools (HMI). At the heart of the book is an attenpt to reconstruct belief systems concerning the right place of music in education. The book concludes by placing the introduction of music in the National Curriculum within some historic context. Ways forward are suggested for a more effective music education based upon the lessons of history.