Using MIDI and the Drill Method to Improve Student Singing Ability at SMK Negeri 2 Maros

Abstract

This research is conducted by implementing the Drill Method and using learning media, namely MIDI, as an alternative medium used which contains the resulting scale intervals so that it is more practical to teach, especially in improving vocal techniques in singing. The research participants are 20 students-members of the choir extracurricular program in State Vocational High School SMKN 2 Maros. This mixed qualitative and quantitative research aims to determine students' singing ability. The data were collected through observations, interviews, documentation analysis, and tests. There were two cycles conducted in this research. Each cycle consisted of some stages, namely planning, implementing, observing, and reflecting. The results of this research show that the drill method can improve student ability in singing. Based on the result collected in cycle 1, only 55% of students are in the Good and Excellent categories in terms of singing ability. Then, in cycle 2, 80% of the students are in the Good and Excellent categories. Thus, there seem to be positive changes in students' attitudes.