General Music Education of Children and Youth in Italy: State, realities, prospects

Abstract

The article attempts to explore and summarize the experience of art and aesthetic education and the organization of general music education for children and youth in Italy. Based on the analysis of the program material and the organization of extracurricular activities, the priority activities in the lessons and during the optional classes on art and aesthetic education of youth are studied. Emphasis is placed on studying the history of national and European culture, involving students in active forms of music making. In lessons and extracurricular activities, teachers try to involve children in the study of the history of Italian music culture, to acquaint with the work of world-famous composers and performers. Students acquire practical skills in specific types of musical activities, which has a positive effect on the development of musical and creative abilities and comprehensive harmonious development of each child.