Date of Award
6-1999
Degree Name
Master of Music
Department
Music
First Advisor
Brian L. Wilson
Second Advisor
Dr. David S. Smith
Third Advisor
Ellen GriggsDrane
Access Setting
Masters Thesis-Open Access
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to compare the rhythmical abilities and testing behaviors of children with Williams syndrome (Ws) to typical children. Forty-three children took part in the study, including 9 children with W s and 34 children of the typical population.
The MRL Test of Kinesthetic Response to Music and a Behavioral Checklist identified rhythmical ability and testing behaviors respectively. The former indicated that typical children scored significantly better than Ws children in 9 of 11 exercises at the .05 alpha level. Two Ws children were tested in optimum environments. Compared to their typical peers, there were no significant differences for 8 of 11 exercises at the .05 alpha level.
The Behavioral Checklist revealed that the Ws children were more distractible, but showed greater musical enjoyment, took personal interest in the researcher, and revealed more creativity and spontaneity when playing.
Recommended Citation
Pawuk, Laura Grafton, "A Comparison of Rhythmical Abilities and Behaviors Between Typical Children and Children with Williams Syndrome" (1999). Masters Theses. 5300.
https://scholarworks.wmich.edu/masters_theses/5300