Use of Modern Music and Computer Technologies in the Discipline Study «choral Arrangement»

Abstract

Modernization of the education system of Ukraine involves changing the content of the training process for future professionals in the field of computer music. Taking into account the specifics of the training of music teachers, the approach to the choice of modern educational tools is changing. This allows us to emphasize the features of professional music education in Ukraine. The urgency of this topic is due to the widespread use of computers in modern music and pedagogical practice, a significant amount of scientific work in the field of theory of computer technology and its insufficient use in the educational and creative process of students of higher education institutions. The aim of this article is to reveal and analyze modern approaches to the use and application of music and computer technology in the study of choral arrangement and their important impact on the quality of training of future music teachers. The article describes the stages of learning that take place in the study of the discipline «Choral Arrangement» and focuses on the need to introduce innovative approaches, methods, forms and teaching aids using different types of technical means, namely: computer, synthesizer, electronic textbooks, Internet technologies and modern music and computer programs. An important place in the analytical review of the literature was occupied by published materials on the use of computer technology in music education. An analysis of the main research and publications on this issue, as well as the authors’ own observations, led to the conclusion that the use of modern music and computer technology is essential in choral arranging classes. Activation of students’ independent work in performing choral arrangements with the help of computer programs «Music Editor» and computer music programs for recording, processing and arranging choral works helps to intensify learning and interest of students in their future profession.