Recapitulation of Malay asli music genre transcriptions for a chamber trio employing music score analysis

Abstract

Music transcription in notation form is preferred method of preserving traditional music, which is generally transmitted orally. The purpose of this study is to generate educational materials through the collaborative analysis and editing of six transcriptions of Malay asli music for a flute, viola, and piano trio. The central concerns of this research are whether the six transcriptions sufficiently convey the features of this traditional music form whether these features should be imitated from the original sound. The research is practice-led and involves experimental and analytical approaches employed by participants who assume the role of researcher and collect data via self-observation. Following the recapitulation outcomes from the analyses of the transcribed music scores, the six transcriptions were corrected with modified interwoven voices, a range of sound pitches for each musical instrument, and a classification of the rhythmic styles, music structure, and texture. The resulting transcriptions resemble typical Western music scores, which are required to convey traditional music features through the imitation of previously listened-to audio or video recordings of traditional ensemble performances. An advanced understanding of the interpreted transcriptions through music score analysis may have significant practical benefits for music performers, educators, and learners preparing to perform Malay asli music. Additionally, this may provide a future framework for scholarly work on classical ensembles.