Assessing the Impact of Computer-Based Programme on Students' Music Compositional Skills: A Case of Diploma Two Students of UEW Music Education Department

Abstract

Music composition is one of the areas in Music Education that allows music students to showcase their creative tendencies. In recent times the development of music softwares in composing provides students with easy-to-accomplish method of music composition. This paper examines the extent to which technology has impacted on students' composition skills in the creative process. Through action research, the paper attempts to leverage this advanced technique and investigates the level of learning satisfaction among 2015 Diploma II students of the University of Education, Winneba (UEW) Music Department. It is seen that computer-based programme helps students enjoy music composition without requiring an extensive background in musical theory. It is recommended that Music Theory and Composition lecturers approach their teaching using music technology; it speeds up enhancing creativity in students.