The International School of Musicians (ISoM) believes in breaking down the barriers to music education. ISoM is committed to breaking away from traditional music teaching and examinations. It provides a state-of-the-art platform to deliver music examinations online – to any student, anywhere in the world, with all learning materials provided for free.
Dr June Fileti, Managing Director at ISoM says: “We are delighted to have Montessori Global Education endorse our Early Years Music Examinations through their STAR Framework. Our approach to music education and assessment aligns with the Montessori method, in which we encourage children to develop their curiosity and explore a world full of music and expressive sound. Our examinations are driven by academic research, and we are proud that our detailed and carefully constructed work in the Early Years sector is recognised and valued as a beneficial provision for children. We are thrilled to be the first to offer this unique experience for young people! It is an honour to have Montessori Global Education recognise and value our work.”
Maria Montessori valued musical activities at the same level as any other form of early learning, saying “We tend to think that the realm of music is the privileged area of some happy few. Experience has taught us, however, that if offered the right kind of education from a very early age onwards, anyone is capable of entering the realm of music. Not everyone has the talent to practise music at an artistic level, or create new work, but everyone can reach a stage where they can enjoy it. Maria Montessori – The Montessori Approach to Music, p. 1.
Over the coming year, Montessori Global Education and ISoM will collaborate on exclusive content for our Montessori Global Education Network. Make sure you’re signed up to the Network to find out more!