Psychological Determinants of Instrumental Education in a Music School

Abstract

Musical instrumental education in Poland is an autonomous type of education with specific goals, tasks and effects. The most characteristic didactic and educational situations include instrumental exams and competitions as well as instrumental lessons. Preparation for the implementation of these tasks requires consideration of two dimensions: musical and psychological, which form a holistic perspective of musical education. This holistic approach covers issues such as musical abilities, performance skills, artistic skills and musical achievements in the field of a specific musical dimension. On the other hand, the psychological dimension concerns physical, intellectual, emotional and social resources, attitudes, interests, needs, aspirations, self-esteem and others. The vocational training of a music school teacher includes in the area of: a) musical – qualifications and competences; b) psychological – self-reflection, personal resources, self-acceptance as a teacher; c) didactic – preparation for classes, adaptation of working methods to developmental age and student’s opportunities. The teacher’s psychopedagogical competences are knowledge and skills in relationship and communication with the student, motivational skills, help in mastering stage fright and pedagogical reflection.