Local music in music education

The paper explores the place of Australian music in school curricula in Australia. The non-specific curriculum frameworks guiding teachers across Australia has reduced the place of music as a specific area of study. The development of Australian studies in various learning areas has not been complemented by an articulated statement on the study of Australian music (or the arts). Following a review of the offerings from each State and Territory issues are identified as to the provision of Australian music in school curricula.