Mapping School Music Education

This volume offers an exploration of the rich and evolving landscape of school music education across 22 European countries. Drawing on diverse national perspectives, it maps how historical and cultural traditions, educational systems, and contemporary challenges shape music learning in schools today. Each chapter provides a clear yet nuanced insight into how music education is organized and experienced within each cultural setting, examining such topics as provision, curriculum and assessment, current trends, and ongoing developments and research. Authored by national experts, it provides an insightful resource for educators, music education students, researchers and policymakers.