• Doctoral dissertation
• Using Dewey’s pragmatist philosophy of educational democracy and Biesta’s democratic inclusion as theoretical framework, this thesis is a critcal and reflexive examination the complexity of inclusion as a concept and practice within the music education system in Finland.
• Based on the 4 sub-studies of Resonaari music school, the inclusion is problematised from different perspectives (ageism, personal empowerment, innovative pedagogical practices, ethical commitment, policy advocacy, disability in higher music education, etc.).
• A good read for all readers related to the music education who are interested in the possibilities of inclusion within the music education system.
• Available online: https://helda.helsinki.fi/handle/10138/235133

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