Responding to the Music We Hear: Music Listening as an Active Experience

Responding to music is both universal and uniquely personal, with listening experiences ranging from passive to deeply engaged. The author explores how, through understanding these diverse responses, teachers can develop

Responding to music is both universal and uniquely personal, with listening experiences ranging from passive to deeply engaged. The author explores how, through understanding these diverse responses, teachers can develop active listening practices that enhance student experiences and align naturally with Orff Schulwerk-inspired classrooms and typical musical activities.