Ruth Atkinson is Lecturer in Primary Education at the Plymouth Institute of Education, Plymouth University, UK.

A sensitively written introduction for generalist primary student teachers and those beginning to work in the primary music context. It provides a comprehensive insight into all aspects of primary music.

• Series Editors’ PrefaceHow to Use This BookIntroduction 1. An Introduction to Primary Music2. Current Developments in Music3. Music as an Irresistible Activity 4. Music as a Practical Activity 5. Skills to Develop in Music6. Children’s Ideas – Promoting Curiosity 7. Assessing Children in Music8. Practical Issues Bibliography Index

Ruth Atkinson is Lecturer in Primary Education at the Plymouth Institute of Education, Plymouth University, UK.

A sensitively written introduction for generalist primary student teachers and those beginning to work in the primary music context. It provides a comprehensive insight into all aspects of primary music.

• Series Editors’ PrefaceHow to Use This BookIntroduction 1. An Introduction to Primary Music2. Current Developments in Music3. Music as an Irresistible Activity 4. Music as a Practical Activity 5. Skills to Develop in Music6. Children’s Ideas – Promoting Curiosity 7. Assessing Children in Music8. Practical Issues Bibliography Index