THE ROLE OF THE TEACHER IN THE FORMATION OF MUSICAL TASTE IN SCHOOLAGE CHILDREN

This thesis analyzes the pedagogical, aesthetic and educational activities of the teacher in the process of forming musical taste in school-age children. The personal example of the teacher, musical literacy, methodological approaches and opportunities for using national and world musical heritage in the process of music education are highlighted. The importance of teacher guidance in developing children's skills in perceiving, evaluating and making conscious choices of music is also substantiated.