Teaching is complex dynamic and constantly changing. So-called checklists for lesson
observation are therefore not always helpful for instrumental and vocal teachers. Volume 5 of
the Grazer studies for instrumental and vocal pedagogy now conveys four areas of competencies
in a playful and artistically designed card Set which is intended to stimulate a
scientifically based exchange about the quality of instrumental teaching and learning. In the
context of music (high) schools the cards offer concrete entry points and imaginative ways to
reflect on the complex overlapping competencies associated with teaching and learning music
and observing and developing instrumental and vocal teaching. In addition the cards provide a
playful basis for self-directed and self-regulatory feedback in collegial exchanges. Both
students of instrumental and vocal pedagogy and experienced teachers can continually cultivate
their individual teaching profile. Practical worksheets in the accompanying booklet support
reflection on new perspectives. Reflect! also proves valuable in observing videotaped teaching
sequences.
