Innovation in the Ensemble Arts caps a trilogy of volumes that delves into the building blocks necessary for a vibrant, growing music organization.In the first volume-Mentoring in the Ensemble Arts: Helping Others Find Their Voice-author Tim Sharp examines the mentor/prote¿ge¿ dynamic and its critical impact on the lives of ensembles and their conductors. In the second volume-Collaboration in the Ensemble Arts: Working and Playing Well with Others-he challenges us to think beyond our traditional confines and to expand our worldview to one that encompasses creative new ideas, concepts, and connections.Now Innovation in the Ensemble Arts lays out the techniques of transformative renewal that enable music educators to lead individual ensemble members in the personal growth that fuels the ensemble's contributions to the community. Sharp establishes a mindset that can lead to ongoing relevancy and create public value for today's ensembles.
