Dr Deanna Hoermann
Most of us are aware of Dr Hoermann’s unique contributions to music education in Australia and internationally. Firstly, this is evident with regard to her introduction and promotion of the Kodály philosophy and adaptation of this pedagogical approach in Australia, the facilitation of student and teacher education, and in documenting successes in the field of educational studies and research. Dr Hoermann was the founder of the Institute, and to this day participates actively on the National Council to further promote our aims.
Many may not be aware that Dr Hoermann was also the first President of the International Kodály Society in 1975-76. She has certainly exemplified a life-long commitment to the dissemination of Kodály’s vision. Australia owes her a great debt for bringing Kodály philosophy to so many and with such conviction.
On behalf of all KMEIA members I would like to offer our congratulations to Dr Hoermann for receiving this important award of Honorary Membership to the IKS, and to thank her for her unsurpassed contribution to music education in Australia.
Hoermann, D. (2012). Life membership news. Australian Kodaly Journal (Online), (2012), 7–8. https://search.informit.org/doi/10.3316/informit.105250412673034
