List of Illustrations and Exhibits. Preface to the Third Edition. Preface to the First Edition. PART I: SOCIAL AND INTELLECTUAL FOUNDATIONS OF CONTEMPORARY MUSIC EDUCATION. 1. Historical Foundations of Music Education. 2. Pivotal Events of the Contemporary Era. 3. Intellectual Currents in the Contemporary Era. 4. Advocacy: Connecting Public Policy and Arts Education. PART II: THE MUSIC CURRICULUM. 5. Music Education Methods. 6. Materials and Tools of Music Education. PART III: AREAS OF CONCERN FOR MUSIC EDUCATION. 7. Music Education for Special Needs. 8. The Education of Music Teachers. PART IV: FINALE. 9. The Assessment of Music Education. 10. Contemporary Music Education: Conclusion. Bibliography. Index.