TINJAUAN LITERATUR MENGENAI PENGARUH PEMBELAJARAN MUSIK TERHADAP KETERAMPILAN SOSIAL SISWA SEKOLAH DASAR

Abstract

This study aims to review various literature discussing the impact of music education

on the social skills of elementary school students. Music education is believed to

have a positive effect on character development by enhancing students’

communication skills, empathy, cooperation, and self-regulation. This review adopts

a literature study approach, analyzing eight national scholarly articles relevant to the

topic. The articles were selected based on topic relevance, data completeness, and

their contribution to explaining the relationship between music learning and social

development in elementary-aged children. The findings indicate that music serves

as an effective medium for social interaction. Collective musical activities such as

group singing, ensemble instrument playing, and performing arts can foster active

participation, empathy, tolerance, and the development of both verbal and nonverbal

communication skills. Moreover, music education contributes to the development of

self-discipline, responsibility, and appreciation for cultural diversity. Thus, music

learning not only influences aesthetic aspects but also plays a significant role in

character education and the social development of children. These findings

reinforce the importance of integrating music into elementary education curricula as

a holistic learning strategy. The study recommends further research exploring the

specific effects of different types of musical activities on various dimensions of

students’ social skills.