A Diagnosis and Model Suggestion Regarding Bars in Repertoire and Solfege Methods Used in Vocal and Choir Education Programs

The main aim of the research is to determine whether the rhythm instruction within the scope of solfege education offered in vocal and choir-training programs is sufficient in terms of content and method; to determine if the rhythm patterns in vocal and choir repertoire correspond to rhythm instruction; and to present a model suggestion. In collecting data for this research, survey method is used and employed in three main titles. Answering the research question, it is concluded that the scope of rhythm instruction and education, of which the presence within solfege education is presumed, is lacking in terms of bar and rhythm patterns. In order to address their adequate overlapping between the instructed bars and those in vocal and choir repertoires, the need for a method addressing these deficiencies and suggestions concerning the content of a proposed method regarding rhythm education are provided