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Synthesizes a vast body of research from across the globe, resulting in a book with broad international appeal and relevance Provides an overview of the biological, environmental, social, cultural and historical factors that have shaped the acquisition of musical skills, understandings and attitudes Draws on research from a variety of disciplines, including music, psychology, education, sociology, philosophy and medicine New to this Edition: The book has been expanded from 24 to 35 chapters, including mostly new chapters rather than revisions of the former chapters. Substantial enough to be used as a set text in a upper level undergraduate or graduate course in music education or music education (which is how the first edition was used) The original style of the book which encompassed five subdivisions dealing with Development, Engagement, Differences, Skills, and Contexts has been maintained.

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