NotesFAQContact Us
Collection
Advanced
Search Tips
Back to results
Peer reviewed Peer reviewed
Direct linkDirect link
ERIC Number: EJ1397327
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2023
Pages: 14
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-1321-103X
EISSN: N/A
Choral Flourishing: Parent and Child Perspectives on the Benefits of Participation in an Excellent Youth Choir
Barrett, Margaret S.; Zhukov, Katie
Research Studies in Music Education, v45 n3 p525-538 2023
Over the last decade research has reported a range of positive life and learning outcomes for adult and child choristers through first-person accounts derived through surveys and interviews. Little is known regarding parent and child perspectives on choral learning, particularly regarding the impacts of participating in excellent choirs on musical development, personal benefits, and contributing factors. This study interviewed six parents and their children regarding their perceptions of the impact of singing in a renowned Australian choir on the child's musical development and personal growth. The PERMA model was utilized to analyze individual interviews. Findings show that Positive Emotions included enjoyment and humor; Engagement consisted of early exposure to singing, motivation, practising, and future plans for involvement in music; Relationships comprised strong friendships, belonging, and acceptance; Meaning encompassed valuing professional opportunities and cultural experiences; and Accomplishment incorporated musical, performance, and personal skills. Implications for choral educators include the need to balance striving for high singing standards with recognition of children's needs and age limitations.
SAGE Publications. 2455 Teller Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91320. Tel: 800-818-7243; Tel: 805-499-9774; Fax: 800-583-2665; e-mail: journals@sagepub.com; Web site: https://bibliotheek.ehb.be:2993
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Elementary Education; Secondary Education
Audience: N/A
Language: English
Sponsor: N/A
Authoring Institution: N/A
Identifiers - Location: Australia
Grant or Contract Numbers: N/A