Choksy, LoisSawatzky Bensler, Hildegard2005-07-292005-07-291996Sawatzky Bensler, H. (1996). An analytical portrait of a program for the musically talented (Master's thesis, University of Calgary, Calgary, Canada). Retrieved from https://prism.ucalgary.ca. doi:10.11575/PRISM/209720612187284http://hdl.handle.net/1880/29161Bibliography: p. 154-159.This thesis reports the results of a qualitative case study of a program for the musically talented, which was conducted in order to elucidate the role of the institutional program in the development of musical talent. The subjects were the students of the 1994 -1995 cohort of the Mount Royal College Junior Academy in Calgary, Alberta, their parents, teachers and administrators. Semi-structured interviews, questionnaires and researcher observations were used to collect the data, which included perceptions and observations of the program. Data analysis revealed a strong positive role for the Junior Academy, whose benefits derived from three principle sources within the program; the musical peer group, the performance opportunities and the program structure. Findings concur with the literature regarding the importance of excellent teaching, goal-oriented practicing, and strong, continuous motivation. In addition to these, the program provides numerous performance opportunities, creating a unique combination that strongly promotes talent development.ix, 172 leaves ; 30 cm.engUniversity of Calgary graduate students retain copyright ownership and moral rights for their thesis. You may use this material in any way that is permitted by the Copyright Act or through licensing that has been assigned to the document. For uses that are not allowable under copyright legislation or licensing, you are required to seek permission.MT 740 S28 1996Music - Instruction and studySchool musicGifted children - Study and teachingmaster thesis10.11575/PRISM/20972MT 740 S28 1996