Abstract
ALL PREVIOUSLY PUBLISHED tests of musical aptitude, regardless of the philosophy which guided their development, have been developed primarily for use with children in grades four through twelve. No test has been extended below grade four because of the difficulty in developing valid tests for use with primary children. As a consequence, instruments which will evaluate musical aptitude in very young children are not available. Concerning the importance of the early evaluation of abilities, Bruner states, Evaluation is best looked at as a form of educational intelligence for the guidance of curriculum construction and pedagogy. The earlier in the curricular effort intelligence operations begin, the more likely are they to be of use.''l The significance of these statements is amplified by Bloom's assertion that:
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