ENHANCING CREATIVITY OF CHILDREN THROUGH MUSIC ACTIVITY
Abstract: Creative is one of the
potential of every individual. Creativity is also the potential of every
individual and it is important to develop in an early age, because at this time
the individual has a significant opportunity to develop their potential.
Intellectual development of children aged four to six years, is experiencing an
increase of 50% to 80%. This shows the importance of developing the full
potential of children, one of creativity. With the development of creativity in
early childhood, children have the opportunity fully to meet the needs of its
own way of expression (both the benefits of cognitive development); can be a
tool to balance the child's emotions so that the harmonious development of the
personality of the child back (good for mental health benefits) and child will
acquire skills to perceive, discriminate, proficiency that will lead and
influence the fineness of his mind and character (both on the development of
aesthetic benefits). Creativity can be developed through music. Early childhood
penchant for music began to seem such a great it was to sing a particular song
or follow the style of a singer on television. They are also more fun
experimenting with the songs they heard. Do not be surprised if they could
knock on a table or a spoon-fork to follow the rhythm of the music they heard.
They are also an expert familiar with the tune ups and downs, following the
track by moving the body or snap their fingers when they heard the favorite
song. Through music, children will be able to develop a variety of cognitive
intelligence, emotional, and kinesthetic. Music is closely related to cognitive
intelligence. Some research suggests, the music associated with creative
thinking and spatial skills of children. Preschool children who received music
training and the ability to prime time dance show to learn about body parts and
creativity.With music, the children develop their capacity optimally. Creating
and playing music brings great satisfaction and joy of creative. It can help
children develop the artistic vision and provide the appropriate means of self
expression. Lamiah children in the habit of creative learning, and music is a
good vehicle to explore the natural creativity in the creativity flexibility.
Due to naturally stimulate their curiosity and sense of imagination. When
children playing music, children will be challenged to create a composite tone,
Rithmah, a new and unique poetry. This means that the music itself can hone the
child's creativity. However, the ability to develop creative and there is no
other way than to give him a chance to play music.
Author: Neneng Tasu’ah
Journal Code: jppaudsdgg150004
