Author ORCID Identifier
Semester
Fall
Date of Graduation
2023
Document Type
Problem/Project Report
Degree Type
DMA
College
College of Creative Arts
Department
School of Music
Committee Chair
Nina Assimakopoulos
Committee Member
Jeffrey Siegfried
Committee Member
Erin Ellis
Committee Member
Jennifer Stueckle
Abstract
This Literature Survey will investigate 10 method books used by beginning flute students, aged 6-13, in the United States. In this survey, books will be analyzed to identify which musical concepts are covered and their overall methodical approach. Comprehensive graphs are offered in the Appendix to provide readers brief contextual information on the books analyzed.
The results from this survey have influenced the creation of my beginning flute method, Adventures in Flute Playing, which incorporates exercises that are less commonly found in the method books being used today. Adventures in Flute Playing will consist of a series of online videos with a guidebook of supplemental exercises available for purchase via hard copy or PDF digital download. The Adventures in Flute Playing guidebook will be available for purchase for flute teachers, parents, and music vendors. QR Codes are placed throughout the guidebook to provide users easy access to video demonstrations and practice videos. The intended audience for Adventures in Flute Playing is beginning grade school and middle school students; however, beginners of all levels could find this method helpful.
Recommended Citation
Holloman, Sammy, "Adventures in Flute Playing: A Literature Survey and Anticipated Beginning Flute Method" (2023). Graduate Theses, Dissertations, and Problem Reports. 12198.
https://researchrepository.wvu.edu/etd/12198