First Advisor

Kristina Weimer

First Committee Member

Lindsay Fulcher

Degree Name

Master of Music

Document Type

Thesis

Date Created

8-1-2024

Department

College of Performing and Visual Arts, Music, Music Student Work

Abstract

This qualitative action research project examined the connections between broadening students' cultural perspectives and student voice and choice while students explored how multicultural arrangements can be authentic and valuable to a student’s music education. The following research questions were

Q1 How do students perceive world music arrangements?

Q2 How will participation in this project impact students’ sense of belonging in music class?

Q3 How do musicians and music educators determine if arrangements are appropriate to use/perform?

The purpose of this study was to explore students' perception of world music arrangements, their sense of belonging in instrumental (band and orchestra) music class and create criteria to assist other music educators and students to determine the appropriateness of multicultural band and orchestra arrangements. Thirteen eighth grade students participated in this action research study. By sharing the process of repertoire research and selection, students improved skills in musical analysis, expressed feelings of belonging in the class, and expanded their musical horizons by learning about a broad spectrum of musical cultures.

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Disciplines

Music Education

Keywords

music education; culturally responsive teaching; project based learning

Language

English

Extent

61 pages

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