Children Quote by Shankar Mahadevan
“Music in our schools is considered to be an extra-curricular activity in which you teach your students a few patriotic songs and bhajans that children are not interested in.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on Music Education, India, 2015
Music is often relegated to a peripheral role, taught only through rote patriotic songs that fail to engage children.
In simple terms: Music is treated as a side activity with uninteresting songs.
Key Takeaway
Integrate diverse, student‑centered music experiences.
Themes
education
culture
engagement
curriculum
motivation
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
educational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- classroom lessons
- after‑school programs
- community concerts
- music therapy
Key Concepts
pedagogy
cultural relevance
student agency
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we make music relevant to students' lives?
- What songs reflect their identities?
A Different Perspective
Students may resist unfamiliar genres, limiting impact.
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