J. Brian Brocklehurst graduated from Nottingham University. He held a commission in the R. A. F. Education Branch, taught at schools in Nottingham and lectured in music to W.E.A. and University extramural classes. At the time of the first publication, he was Senior Lecturer in Music Education in the University of Birmingham, UK.
Reviews of the first publication: ‘Brocklehurst has made a valuable contribution to music education. His book will be particularly useful in such courses as comparative music education, psychological or philosophical foundations, and curriculum.’ — Karl D. Ernst, Journal of Research in Music Education, Vol. 20, No. 1 ‘A clear and balanced introduction to the principles of music education, it is to be warmly welcomed and it should be of great value to students and teachers. Admirable and important.’ — Music in Education