Jacki Cooper
School of Education and the Arts
Education
Professor Judith Brown, Professor Alison Elliott
Masters by Research
jacki.cooper@cqumail.com.au
Research Details
Thesis Name
Thesis Abstract
This research will investigate educational strategies currently in place in regional high schools for the development of jazz vocalists, with a view to identifying key elements that contribute to the development of vocal jazz musicianship.
Why my research is important/Impacts
The proposed research will provide an insight into the challenges and opportunities experienced by young jazz singers in regional areas in Australia. It endeavours to discover what resources can be introduced to support classroom music teachers when facilitating jazz vocal education.