Musik dalam Ibadah Gereja HKBP Pasar Melintang Medan: Penggunaan, Fungsi, dan Perubahan

Abstract

This study discusses the Music In Worship HKBP Pasar Melintang, covers three aspects, namely: (1) The use of music in ritual HKBP 'Market Crossing; (2) The function of music in worship HKBP Pasar Melintang; and (3) Changes in the composition of music includes hymns and the use of musical instruments as accompaniment hymns. In discussing these three aspects, the author uses the theory of Alan P. Merriam on the use and function; theory of carol R. Ember and Sztompka for theory change. The study of aspects of the use of music in worship can be concluded that the variation of musical worship hymns to build more vivid and passionate. The use of hymns in worship at HKBP Pasar Melintang always adapted to HKBP ritual. Considerations in the selection of hymns of worship based on the text to align to the theme song of the week. Hymn melody is not the main cause of the results of the research, it has been found that there are some hymns from the buku Ende HKBP uses the same melody but different meanings poem. The study of aspects of the function of music in worship shows that Alan P. Merriam theory can be applied in accordance with the opinion of his congregation. Research results in a change aspects of music in worship HKBP, found that there are some differences in the composition of hymns HKBP the composition of hymns at first. Changes seen in the melody, rhythm and harmony. Other changes have occurred is a change in the mindset of people HKBP about musical understanding in worship, giving rise to a wide variety of musical forms. This condition is seen ranging from the use of harmonium, trumpet, organ, brass / brass bands, musical ensembles (two or more keyboards, merging traditional music), a full band and the use of music box.