The Application of Sibelius Software as a Learning Medium of Vocal Class Methods

Abstract

: Vocal Class Method is one of the courses in the Music Education Study Program of the Faculty of Performing Arts, ISI Yogyakarta, as a sign of the study program that must be taken by all students. The learning of vocal class method is given in theory about how to sing with good and correct vocal techniques. Furthermore, the practice of singing is given as the application of vocal technique theory. This discussion focuses on the application of "Sibelius" software as an alternative musical accompaniment in the Vocal Class Method learning. The method used in this study was the Class Action Research method by utilizing qualitative data. The results obtained were the learning process carried out gradually, preceded by an understanding of the singing methods theory, and then continued by the practice of singing with the accompaniment of Sibelius software. This is more effective and the teacher can focus more on controlling students in the application of singing practices.