Dispelling the Myth of the Non-Singer: Changing the Ways Singing is Perceived, Implemented and Nurtured in the Classroom

Author

Louise M. Pascale, Lesley University

Date of Award

2002

Document Type

Dissertation

Degree Name

PHD - Doctor of Philosophy

Department

Education

Abstract

Many American classroom teachers fervently claim not to be able to sing and are considered 'non-singers.' Studies reported here reveal a paradox : put in a context where singing is approached from another perspective, those same people can and do sing. How did they come to think of themselves otherwise? A close look at the terms 'singer' and 'singing' reveals the ways in which the meanings of these words are socially and culturally constructed.

Language

English

Number of Pages

604

Embargo Period

6-8-2017

Recommended Citation

Pascale, Louise M., "Dispelling the Myth of the Non-Singer: Changing the Ways Singing is Perceived, Implemented and Nurtured in the Classroom" (2002). Educational Studies Dissertations. 85.
https://digitalcommons.lesley.edu/education_dissertations/85