The Application of Body Movement as a Teaching Tool in Children's Group Singing Lessons
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https://doi.org/10.52634/mier/2020/v10/i1/1351Keywords:
Body-Movement, Teaching Tool, Children, Singing, Malaysia.Abstract
The purpose of this research was to investigate the use of body movements as a teaching tool in the Malaysian primary school's children group singing lessons. This study used a qualitative methodology. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with six music teachers. Data was analysed using a theme-based analysis of the narratives. The findings demonstrated that body movements helped the children to improve their vocal techniques and achieve a more successful sound in group singing. Music teachers also stated that emphasis on body movement activities in the class helped children to be more involved in singing. Such movements require to be encouraged to improve the quality of music learning. Training programmes for music teachers also require to incorporate body movements as a teaching tool for effective group singing.
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