FACTORS AFFECTING THE CLASSICAL CHORAL REHEARSAL OF WESTERN MUSIC STUDENTS AT THE COLLEGE OF MUSIC, MAHASARAKHAM UNIVERSITY

Abstract

The objectives of this research were 1) to study internal factors affecting the classical choral rehearsal of Western music students at the College of Music, Mahasarakham University; and 2) to study external factors affecting the classical choral rehearsal of Western music students at the College of Music, Mahasarakham University. It is mixed method research between quantitative research and qualitative research. Quantitative data collection was done using a questionnaire for 26 students at the College of Music, Mahasarakham University divided into groups of students with good grades and students in the normal group. The qualitative data collection was done by using an interview form for a group of students with good grades. The data was analyzed using statistics of frequency and percentage. In the qualitative data analysis section, content analysis was used.

The results showed that internal factors affecting the classical choral rehearsal of students with good grades were study habits in rehearsal, regularity of rehearsal, review of basic techniques, being punctual in attending class, and enthusiasm to practice songs that are more difficult to improve themselves. Furthermore, academic outcome goals are set, and taking part in singing performances or singing competitions whenever possible. As for the external factors, the students have a good relationship with the instructor and classmates. Moreover, they have a good relationship with their parents, so their parents always encourage them about studying and support them with their school fees.