NIGERIAN MUSIC EDUCATION: EMERGING ISSUES IN CARRIER PLACEMENT

Onyee Nwankpa, Ubochioma Igbokwe

Abstract


Reflecting on the significance of music in human lives, Nwankpa (2003) states that: If we have wings to fly into the orbits of musical realms, if we have wisdom to understand the essence of its being, If we allow ourselves the will to accept its numerous illuminating colors and evocative sonifications and powers, then we will not only be transformed by and awakened to the mystery and uniqueness of this craft, but we will also be able to allow our imagination to soar, igniting our feelings and reflecting the purpose of this art form— God’s most spectacular gift to the universe (p. iii). Here lies the efficacy of music education. Music education is the process of learning or acquiring musical knowledge, routines, skills, worth, principles, and so on. Music education can be formal or informal, and takes place under the instructions of educators. Music education has a formative effect on a person‟s thoughts, emotions, and actions.

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