Identification of an assessment mechanism for local traditions in a Malaysian music examination system

Zaharul Lailiddin Saidon

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Type :	monograph
Subject :	ML Literature of music
Main Author :	Zaharul Lailiddin Saidon
Additional Authors :	Shahanum Mohd Shah
Title :	Identification of an assessment mechanism for local traditions in a Malaysian music examination system

Place of Production :	Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris
Publisher :	Fakulti Muzik dan Seni Persembahan
Year of Publication :	2015
Corporate Name :	Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris

Abstract : Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris

As opposed to the numerous music examination systems found for western classical and popular music traditions, music examination systems for traditional music genres are fewer in comparison and exists for non-western music instruments and music genres specifically in the Indian, Chinese, Scottish and Irish music traditions. Currently, there is no mechanism for assessing musical attainment for the local music traditions of Malaysia resulting in an overemphasis on western music. The aim of the study was to investigate a structured approach for the assessment of Malaysian traditional music. This study employed both fieldwork and deskwork. Research methods included interview sessions with practitioners and academicians from Malaysia and Indonesia and observations of teaching and assessment practices and performances. Findings from this study provided guidelines for assessing performances of Malaysian traditional music that encompasses the cognitive, psychomotor and affective domains. The aspects of a performance to be assessed include the practical and theoretical aspects. The practical aspect relates to aspects assessed during the performance part of the exam and includes both musical and non-musical factors. The theoretical aspect involves a Viva Voce component that concerns the knowledge of the music being assessed. The establishment of a structured program and assessment methods for Malaysian traditional music instruments will provide a platform for musicians involved in the local music traditions to benchmark their achievement and obtain the necessary qualifications which can assist them in furthering their studies or gain employment. Having a local music examination board can also increase expertise in traditional music and open employment opportunities

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