Creativity and Improvisation: Inspiration and Meaning for Music Teaching and Learning

Featuring Chris Azzara '88E (MM),'92E (PhD), Professor of Music Education Improvisation in music is the spontaneous expression of meaningful musical ideas. It is analogous to conversation in language. We are all born improvisers, as evidenced by our behavior in early childhood. Improvisation enables musicians to express themselves from an internal source and is central to developing musicianship in all aspects of music education. Professor Christopher Azzara will discuss this and the key elements of improvisation - spontaneity, interaction, and being "in the moment." Help us caption & translate this video! http://amara.org/v/GQ1q/