Kristine Peterson

Abstract

The purpose of the study explored how students can become more aware of the value of remaining in Chorus through parent involvement. Parents became involved with six monthly student-led music lessons to learn about singing. Parents along with teachers, the principal, and facilitator were invited to join the Chorus in singing throughout the year through caroling at a care facility, combining for a rehearsal, and singing together at a concert. Students as well as parents completed a pre-survey and post-survey. Results showed that involving parents with activities in Chorus and singing together had an overwhelmingly positive impact on parents. Parents were more aware of the positive outcomes their children experienced through being involved with music and were more supportive in having their children remain in Chorus. Music teachers do not always realize the impact they are making on a child.… (más)