Equity in Music Education: Cultural Appropriation Versus Cultural Appreciation—Understanding the Difference

TitleEquity in Music Education: Cultural Appropriation Versus Cultural Appreciation—Understanding the Difference
Publication TypeJournal Article
Year of Publication2020
AuthorsHoward K
JournalMusic Educators Journal
Volume106
Pagination68-70
AbstractTo avoid cultural appropriation, music educators need to take the time to explore the source culture and approach the traditions of others in a respectful manner so the people and musics studied are neither demeaned nor exploited. Students can be part of this exploration and share what they learn from their research with the class.
URLhttps://doi.org/10.1177/0027432119892926
DOI10.1177/0027432119892926