Comparative analysis of the approach to music education in the methods of Edgar Willems and Maurice Martenot

Abstract

The paper presents a comparative analysis of the Willems method and the Martenot method, bearing in mind their attitude towards music education. The richness of each method, especially when it comes to gaining practical experiences in music education, can be a very important basis for improving general music education today, as well as learning in the field of music. These methods are characterized by specific characteristics and approaches related to aspects of rhythm, melody, harmony and body movement, but also the integration of contents of other arts. Therefore, the aim of the paper is to present the specifics and advantages of both methods, based on the analysis of the way in which each of the methods is conceived - starting points, understandings of music education, theoretical foundations of both methods, phases of work and used materials, and the role and importance of teachers.