English Songs Research Articles

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Abstract: Debra Greschner reviews four recent publications. In The Songs of Clara Schumann , Stephen Rodgers presents analysis of this oeuvre of art songs. Exploring English Lyrics: Selection and Pronunciation of English Art Song Repertoire by Cherie Montgomery and Allen Henderson offers phonetic transcriptions of selected art songs in English. Recorded Solo Concert Spirituals , 1916– 1922, compiled by Randye Jones, catalogues commercially recorded spirituals for solo voice. Joanie Brittingham, in Practicing for Singers: A Guide to Solid Practice Habits , provides advice in creating successful practice routines.

Exploring the influence of EFL teachers’ informal digital learning on creative classroom instruction: a cross-sectional study

This study addresses the limited exploration in the literature regarding the influence of EFL teachers’ informal digital learning of English (IDLE) on their creativity in Indonesian EFL classroom instructions. Using a cross-sectional survey design, data were collected from 244 Indonesian EFL teachers, encompassing both pre-service and in-service teachers. Through multiple regression analysis and Rasch modelling analysis, the study evaluated the association between teachers’ IDLE participation, demographics, and their teaching creativity. Findings of the present study revealed that Indonesian EFL pre-service and in-service teachers actively participate in Informal Digital Learning of English (IDLE), which impacts their teaching creativity. Nearly half (49.18%) engage strongly in activities like listening to English songs and watching YouTube videos, while 36.88% moderately engage in online educational content and social media conversations. A smaller group (13.93%) shows lower engagement in IDLE. The regression analysis revealed that while IDLE significantly predicted teaching creativity (p < 0.001), demographic factors did not indicate a substantial influence on creativity in teaching practices. Additionally, a Rasch-Wright map analysis unveiled that over half of the participants displayed strong creativity in teaching, with a notable inclination among younger teachers towards innovative and student-centered pedagogical strategies. The findings of the current study highlight the need for further exploration into the dynamics between informal digital learning, demographics, and creative teaching approaches, emphasizing the potential for fostering innovative pedagogical practices in language education.

THE CORELLATION BETWEEN STUDENTS’ HABIT IN LISTENING ENGLISH SONGS TO THEIR VOCABULARY MASTERY AT CITRA BERKAT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL BOGOR

The aim of this research is to determine the correlation between students' habits of listening to English songs and their vocabulary mastery. This researcher used a correlation method using a quantitative approach. There are the two variables in this research. Students' habits of listening to English songs as independent variable (variable X) and Student Vocabulary Mastery as dependent variable (variable Y). The result from this research is significant correlation between students’ habit in listening English song is 0.02. Whereas 0.05&lt; hypothesis is accepted, 0.05&gt; hypothesis is denied, indicating a substantial association, it may be inferred between student’ habit in listening English song to their vocabulary mastery in Eleventh 1Citra Berkat Senior High School. Furthermore, to know the category of the correlation is from correlation category table, the result is 0,579. It can be concluded that the correlation between students’ habit in listening English song Strong enough the answers to the multiple-choice questions on vocabulary mastery and listening between students’ habits. This indicates that they can increase their vocabulary knowledge by making it a habit to listen to English songs.

EXPLORING VOCABULARY GROWTH THROUGH SONGS: AN IN-DEPTH INTERVIEW OF MALAYSIAN UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS

This study investigates the perceptions of Malaysian undergraduate students regarding the use of English songs as a tool for vocabulary acquisition. Through in-depth interviews with five undergraduate students in Malaysia, the study examines their experiences, insights, and reflections on utilising English songs to expand their vocabulary. Four prominent themes emerged from the analysis: subconscious word learning, learning of pronunciation and accent, vocabulary retention, and exposure to authentic English words. The results reveal that while listening to English songs undergraduate students in Malaysia improve their English language by learning new words, accent and improving pronunciation. Learners benefit from the autonomy to choose strategies they deem suitable for their learning, while also benefiting from teachers' guidance on various strategies to employ. The study concludes that there is a growing preference for engaging approaches such as using English songs, and providing students with an enjoyable and immersive way to learn vocabulary.

THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SONG ENGLISH TO IMPROVE STUDENTTS SPEAKING SKILL

This research aims to evaluate the implementation of using English songs as a learning tool in improving students' speaking skills. Speaking skills are an important aspect of foreign language learning, and innovative approaches such as the use of songs can be an interesting and effective way to achieve this goal.This research methodology involved students from various educational levels involved in learning sessions that include English songs. Data was colleted through a questionnaire which included students' level of confidence in speaking English, and their ability to understand pronunciation and accent. The research results show that the use of English songs has a positive effect on students' speaking skills. Most respondents reported that they felt more confident in speaking English after engaging in song learning. They also noted improved understanding of pronunciation and accent. However, this research also identified several challenges faced by students, such as difficulties in understanding songs lyrics and applying the vocabulary they learned from songs into everyday conversations.The result of this study provide additional support of the use English song as an effective learning tool in improving students' speaking skills. Therefore, this research implies the need to develop more efficient learning strategies and more appropriate teaching materials involving songs in the context of English learning in various educational institutions.Keyword: speaking skill, english song, song lyrics, song learning, vocabulary

Utilizing Generative Artificial Intelligence-based Digital Multimodal Creation of English Songs for EFL Education

Utilizing Generative Artificial Intelligence-based Digital Multimodal Creation of English Songs for EFL Education

The Effect of Students’ Interest in English Song on the Value of Learning Outcomes in English Subject for Class VIII of SMP Negeri 1 Haurgeulis

This research aims to (1) help increase students' learning motivation in English subjects by growing students' interest in English songs (2) obtain evidence that the singing method can improve student learning outcomes in English subjects. To find out whether this method is effective or not, the author used pre-experimental research with a quantitative approach. The research was carried out using stages: Pre-test, Treatment and Post-test. Because the method used is a quantitative approach, to analyze the data the author used Linear Product Moment Regression Analysis, while to test the effect of treatment on the sample the authors used the paired sample t test. The results of data analysis show that the correlation coefficient value rxy is 0.659. This means that the regression correlation coefficient value of students' interest in English songs is 0.659, which has a positive sign, meaning that the higher the students' interest in English songs, the higher the students' interest in English songs student learning outcomes will be. The validity test results of all questionnaire items have Pearson Correlation ® values &gt; 0.3494 then it can be concluded that all items are valid. Meanwhile, the results of the reliability test used Cronbach Alpha with a value of 0.839 &gt; 0.6, which means that the questionnaire items in the instrument were reliable for use. From the results above, the hypothesis states Student’s interest in English Songs can improve the value of learning outcomes in English Subjects for class VIII of SMP Negeri 1 Haurgeulis can be accepted

The Use of English Songs to Improve the Listening Comprehension of Eighth-Grade Students at SMP Negeri 2 Babahrot

English is the world's international language of communication. In some countries, English is even a common language or mother tongue. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of using English songs in improving students' listening skills. The population of this study is VIII-grade students at SMP Negeri 2 Babahrot. The study involved two groups: experimental group that learned by using songs and control group that used traditional teaching methods. The experimental group, consisting of 23 students, took a pretest and a posttest to measure the impact of the learning intervention using songs on their listening ability. The comparison between the two groups showed that the experimental group showed greater improvements in English language skills compared to the control group, with a mean pretest score of 60.70 and posttest score of 74.43. The use of English songs significantly improved the listening skills of the grade VIII students. These results support the hypothesis that using songs into English language learning, especially in improving listening skills, can improve students' listen skills. This suggests that songs can be an effective strategy for improving students and used as additional materials to increase students' motivation and engagement in learning.

The Use of English Song to Improve Listening Comprehension Achievement of Junior High School Students

The Use of English Song to Improve Listening Comprehension Achievement of Junior High School Students

How Listening YouTube Song Habit Influences Students’ Vocabulary Mastery: A Correlational Study

Vocabulary mastery is essential for students to be able to communicate well in English. However, some students still struggle memorizing new words and identifying vocabulary meanings. This study aims to determine the correlation between students' habits of listening to English YouTube songs and their vocabulary mastery. The research used a quantitative correlational approach involving 24 tenth-grade students at SMA N 1 SUWAWA. The data collection was done using a questionnaire about listening habits to English songs and a vocabulary test. The data analysis was performed using the Pearson Product Moment formula. The result showed that there is a moderate positive correlation between the habit of listening to English YouTube songs and the mastery of vocabulary of SMA N 1 Suwawa tenth-grade students (r = 0.529). This indicates that the more intense the students' habit of listening to English YouTube songs, the better their vocabulary mastery. Listening habit contributes 27.98% to the mastery of vocabulary. Based on these results, it can be concluded that there is a moderate correlation between listening habit to English YouTube songs and vocabulary mastery of tenth grade students at SMA N 1 Suwawa. The more students listen to English songs, the better they master vocabulary.Keywords: listening Habit, YouTube song, vocabulary mastery

The correlation between students’ listening to English song habit and grammar mastery

Grammar is one of the keys to learning a language and is not easy to do. Meanwhile, factors that influence English Learning do not only come from the teacher, but also from the students’ attitudes. One habit that can be a consideration in helping students master grammar is listening to English songs. The objective of this study was to determine if there is a relationship between students' habit of listening to English songs and their grammar mastery. This research was carried out at SMA Negeri 6 Kota Bengkulu, which was conducted on the twelfth-grade students of SMA Negeri 6 Kota Bengkulu involving 31 students in the academic year 2021/2022. The instruments of this research were a questionnaire on listening habits and a grammar test. Research findings showed that the students had high intensity on listening to English songs also became one of their habits. On the other side, the grammar mastery of the students on average was categorized as low. Only a few students were considered to be high level in grammar mastery. Furthermore, the Pearson Product Moment correlation test revealed no connection between listening to English songs habits and grammar mastery.

Promoting Cultural Awareness through R&amp;B Songs in English in Remote Teaching.

Introduction: Songs in overall play an important role in the process of learning other languages, leading us to discover new ways of thinking and interacting socially. Objective: Investigate how R&amp;B English songs can be a tool to promote interculturality and to develop learners’ cultural awareness on racial issues in remote teaching. Methods: This research is caractherized as qualitative. 20 students were selected to participate in the course “Oral Production: Conversation intermediate-advanced level” held in the ANDIFES Language without Borders Program Network, at the Federal University of Piauí (UFPI). Three song-based activities were developed for the students and divided corresponding to previously settle up goals. The perceptions of the participants were analyzed as the course happened by sharing their final thoughts in five open-response questions. Results: R&amp;B English songs showed to be a helpful resource for English students to enhance their cultural awareness on certain racial issues present in our society by getting in touch with relevant messages approached in this musical genre. Conclusion: The analysis of R&amp;B songs in English can and must be used as a teaching-learning tool to promote cultural awareness, thus expanding perceptions and taking actions in regards racial issues.

Exploring the Impact of Songs in EFL Teaching Across Age Groups: Perspectives from Vietnamese EFL Lecturers

This study investigates the effectiveness of using songs in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teaching from the perspectives of Vietnamese EFL lecturers, focusing on identifying the most beneficial age group among young learners, teenagers, and adult learners. Employing a qualitative research design, the study conducted semi-structured interviews with nine EFL teachers from two educational institutions in Vietnam, representing a range of experience levels from novice to near-end career. The data were analyzed using thematic analysis, guided by Constructivist and Socio-cultural theories of learning. The findings revealed that the application and perceived effectiveness of songs varied significantly across different age groups and teacher experience levels. Songs were universally recognized as beneficial in EFL teaching, but their implementation and impact differed, with novice teachers focusing on engagement, mid-career teachers on cultural and linguistic nuances, and near-end career teachers on a holistic language experience. The study found that songs are highly effective with young learners, need careful selection for teenagers, and should be thematically rich for adult learners. These insights have implications for EFL practitioners, curriculum designers, and policymakers, suggesting the need for tailored song-based activities and professional development for teachers.

The Implementation English Songs on Listening Skills

This research aimed to know impelemantion of English song on listening skills in language room Ma’had Aly at Islamic boarding house of Salafiyah Syafi'iyah Sukorejo Situbondo”. The researcher used qualitative method. This research uses data collection methods. The aim of this research were to know about both teacher and students perception through English song on skill of listening. The topic of this study was speaking teacher and students’ at the first level in language room Ma’had Aly at the Islamic Boarding House of Salafiyah Syafi’iyah Sukorejo Situbondo. The results of this study demonstrated how learning and instruction through board games might improve speaking abilities and teachers' perceptions of, and students’ perception. Many students who took part in a teacher-student interview indicated that they had favorable opinions about the through English song on listening skill they were being happy, more spirit/enthusiastic, easier to understand, and improving their speaking skill, whereas there was also the negative perception such as: students feel difficult when the pronunciation was unclear.

Mastery Through Frequency: Embracing New Techniques and Strategies for Comprehensive Understanding in the Education Field

Previous observations in the English language learning domain revealed that traditional techniques to memorize vocabulary were insufficient for enhancing students’ vocabulary proficiency. This issue leads to an exploration of substitute learning strategies. This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of integrating English songs into language learning to enhance students’ vocabulary mastery.This study used a quantitative research methodology. The study involved 54 students divided into an experimental group and a control group, with 40 students ultimately participating. The control group adhered to the conventional learning procedure and denoted with variable Y, while the experimental group was exposed to English Songs and denoted with variable X. The mastery of vocabulary was assessed in relation to exposure to English songs. The study’s findings demonstrated a significant improvement in vocabulary mastery among the experimental group, with an average score of 82.25, compared to the control group score, which was 63.25. Statistical analysis confirmed the effectiveness of the intervention, with a p-value of 0.000, which is well below the threshold alpha level of 0.05. The incorporation of English songs into the vocabulary learning process not only significantly improved students’ vocabulary mastery but also raised their interest and engagement levels. This study supports the use of musical component as a beneficial teaching aid in language instruction as well as pleasurable learning experiences.

The impact of song-based english lessons in the motivation of efl students

Despite decades of research on the motivational impact of songs in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms, many educators remain unaware of their potential. This study investigates how EFL learners perceive their learning journey when incorporating song-based lessons. Songs are valuable tools for achieving personal and group language learning goals. They offer a multifaceted approach, encompassing cultural immersion, vocabulary acquisition, enhanced listening comprehension, facilitated grammar application, and the sharpening of various language skills – all presented within a rhythmic structure. Recognizing the impact of music on mood and motivation is crucial. Research in this area is essential to understand how specific songs influence motivation levels. By investigating these effects, educators can choose music that optimizes learning environments and supports students in reaching their academic objectives. Songs are powerful tools in EFL classrooms, providing an engaging approach to language learning on multiple levels. Understanding their impact on mood and motivation allows educators to leverage these benefits and enhance the overall learning experience for students.

Unveiling Pedagogical Potential: Indonesian Higher Education Students’ Perception on Leveraging BTS’ English Songs for Vocabulary Enhancement

Unveiling Pedagogical Potential: Indonesian Higher Education Students’ Perception on Leveraging BTS’ English Songs for Vocabulary Enhancement

Applying English Songs To Children In Second Language Acquisition

This research explores the use of English songs as an aid in second language acquisition (SLA) among children. Utilizing a qualitative method with a case study approach, this study observes the responses and language progress in a group of young children learning English through songs as a whole, to provide a comprehensive understanding. The results show that English songs significantly improve children's listening skills, vocabulary, and pronunciation. Through a fun and interactive approach, songs help children overcome emotional barriers in learning a new language, creating a supportive and less stressful learning environment. Additionally, the rhythm and repetition in songs facilitate the memorization and understanding of new words and phrases. The study also found that children are more motivated and show greater interest in learning English when using songs. Therefore, the application of English songs is recommended as an effective strategy for teachers and language instructors to support second language development in children. This study underscores the importance of innovation in language teaching methods and supports the use of musical media as an educational tool that positively impacts children's linguistic development.

Students' Perceptions of Using English Songs for Listening Skill

Students' Perceptions of Using English Songs for Listening Skill

Popular English Songs as Motivational Resources and Instructional Aids for Grammar Education

Popular English Songs as Motivational Resources and Instructional Aids for Grammar Education