Interpretation of Modern Music on Traditional Musical Instruments in Elementary Schools

Pipit Asmawati; Supriyono Supriyono; Slamet Arifin

doi:10.31764/paedagoria.v17i1.36204

Interpretation of Modern Music on Traditional Musical Instruments in Elementary Schools

Pipit Asmawati, Supriyono Supriyono, Slamet Arifin

Abstract

The widespread phenomenon of sound horeg in Toyomarto Village, Singosari District, has influenced the popularity of traditional musical instrument learning in elementary schools. The dominance of modern sound systems in community activities and celebrations has shifted students’ musical preferences toward popular music, leading to a decline in interest in traditional instruments such as the angklung and flute. This study aims to describe the role of sound horeg in shaping students’ interest in traditional musical instrument learning, identify the factors contributing to the decline in its popularity, and explore teachers’ efforts to maintain the existence of traditional musical instruments. This study employed a qualitative approach using a case study method. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation involving the school principal, teachers, students, and parents. Data analysis was conducted through data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The findings show that students’ interest in traditional musical instruments is relatively low due to the dominance of popular culture, limited learning media and instructional methods, and insufficient teacher professionalism. Students tend to prefer popular songs accompanied by sound horeg because they are practical, easily accessible, and entertaining. To address these challenges, teachers implemented experience-based learning, applied innovative teaching methods and media, and strengthened extracurricular activities as spaces for student appreciation of traditional music. This study emphasizes that the success of traditional musical instrument learning depends on synergy among teachers, school support, and the involvement of parents and the local community. The findings are expected to contribute to culturally responsive learning strategies and support the preservation of traditional musical instruments amid the influence of popular culture.

Keywords

Interpretation; Modern Music; Traditional Musical Instruments; Elementary School

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.31764/paedagoria.v17i1.36204