Integrating the Montessori Method into Vocal Pedagogy: a Curated Environment for Holistic Teaching
Many vocal pedagogues are in dialogue to either adjust or abolish the master-apprentice model. Teachers are increasingly becoming aware of the need for a student-centered approach based in both the development of kinesthetic awareness and empathetic concern. Dr. Maria Montessori developed a methodology for teaching children that emphasizes a student-centered approach by an observant teacher, with respect and responsiveness toward the student. Montessori's four pillars of Sensitive Planes, Education of the Senses, Prepared Environment, and Spontaneous Repetition are explained and applied to the principles taught in the voice studio for the mutual benefit of the student and teacher in their work with one another, and in the building of a safe social-emotional space for young singers to flourish.
montessori, pedagogy, student-centered, vocal
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