The music rhythm tour board game for rhythmic sight-reading

Denny Robert and Chwen Jen Chen

International Journal of Innovation and Learning, 2025, vol. 38, issue 2, 179-196

Abstract: Board games are recognised for their positive impact on learning across various disciplines. Despite their benefits, there is a noticeable lack of focus on utilising board games within music education. This study examined the effects of the music rhythm tour board game on rhythmic sight-reading ability among music learners aged 13–18 who completed their theory of music grade one. The quasi-experimental design involved a pre-test, gameplay sessions, and post-test with 36 participants from a music learning centre. The Music Rhythmic Reading Test (MRRT) measured participants' rhythmic efficiency, focusing on note duration, timing, and tempo. Data analysis involved descriptive statistics and paired t-tests, revealing significant post-test improvements in rhythmic sight-reading. Additionally, the analysis showed decreased rhythmic errors post-intervention. The results highlight the effectiveness of the music rhythm tour board game in enhancing rhythmic sight-reading skills and promoting game-based interventions in music education.

Keywords: music education; rhythmic sight-reading; board game; rhythmic errors; quasi-experimental design; effectiveness. (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
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