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​Jacob M. Dakon
is Associate Professor of Music Education at the University of Kansas,
Division of Music Education and Music Therapy. Dr. Dakon teaches string
techniques, string methods, rehearsal techniques, instrumental
conducting, music administration, and an introductory course in music
education. As a member of the string education field, he serves as a
member of the American String Teacher Association Collegiate Committee
and the editor of the Kansas American String Teachers Association
Newsletter. Dr. Dakon’s research interests include heterogeneous string
instruction, community music, memorization and music practice. His
published works can be found in the Journal of Research in Music
Education, British Journal of Music Education, Journal of Historical
Research in Music Education, String Research Journal, Bulletin of the
Council for Research in Music Education and the American String Teacher.