@article{ART003317656},
author={Sang-Sik Choi and Jae-Im Yun},
title={The Impact of Background Music in Dramas on Viewers’ Emotions and Immersion, Mood},
journal={Journal of The Korea Society of Computer and Information},
issn={1598-849X},
year={2026},
volume={31},
number={3},
pages={149-160}
TY - JOUR
AU - Sang-Sik Choi
AU - Jae-Im Yun
TI - The Impact of Background Music in Dramas on Viewers’ Emotions and Immersion, Mood
JO - Journal of The Korea Society of Computer and Information
PY - 2026
VL - 31
IS - 3
PB - The Korean Society Of Computer And Information
SP - 149
EP - 160
SN - 1598-849X
AB - This study examined the effects of background music in television dramas on viewers’ empathy, immersion, and mood perception. The analysis focused on identifying differences according to viewers’ gender, age, occupation, and viewing devices. Data were analyzed using SPSSWIN 31.0 through frequency analysis, reliability analysis (Cronbach’s α), descriptive statistics, and one-way ANOVA. The findings revealed that background music exerted a significant influence on all three dependent variables, with the strongest effect observed in empathy. Female, married, and viewers in their 50s demonstrated higher responsiveness to background music, and statistically significant differences emerged across age and occupation groups. However, no significant differences were found among different viewing devices.
These results indicate that background music plays a crucial role in enhancing viewers’ emotional engagement and immersive experiences when watching dramas. The study highlights the strategic value of music utilization in drama production and suggests that carefully designed soundtracks can deepen narrative impact and strengthen audience connection. Overall, this research contributes to a better understanding of how auditory elements support storytelling and shape viewers’ perceptual and emotional reactions within visual media.
KW - Empathy;Immersion;Mood;Background Music;Drama
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Sang-Sik Choi and Jae-Im Yun. (2026). The Impact of Background Music in Dramas on Viewers’ Emotions and Immersion, Mood. Journal of The Korea Society of Computer and Information, 31(3), 149-160.
Sang-Sik Choi and Jae-Im Yun. 2026, "The Impact of Background Music in Dramas on Viewers’ Emotions and Immersion, Mood", Journal of The Korea Society of Computer and Information, vol.31, no.3 pp.149-160.
Sang-Sik Choi, Jae-Im Yun "The Impact of Background Music in Dramas on Viewers’ Emotions and Immersion, Mood" Journal of The Korea Society of Computer and Information 31.3 pp.149-160 (2026) : 149.
Sang-Sik Choi, Jae-Im Yun. The Impact of Background Music in Dramas on Viewers’ Emotions and Immersion, Mood. 2026; 31(3), 149-160.
Sang-Sik Choi and Jae-Im Yun. "The Impact of Background Music in Dramas on Viewers’ Emotions and Immersion, Mood" Journal of The Korea Society of Computer and Information 31, no.3 (2026) : 149-160.
Sang-Sik Choi; Jae-Im Yun. The Impact of Background Music in Dramas on Viewers’ Emotions and Immersion, Mood. Journal of The Korea Society of Computer and Information, 31(3), 149-160.
Sang-Sik Choi; Jae-Im Yun. The Impact of Background Music in Dramas on Viewers’ Emotions and Immersion, Mood. Journal of The Korea Society of Computer and Information. 2026; 31(3) 149-160.
Sang-Sik Choi, Jae-Im Yun. The Impact of Background Music in Dramas on Viewers’ Emotions and Immersion, Mood. 2026; 31(3), 149-160.
Sang-Sik Choi and Jae-Im Yun. "The Impact of Background Music in Dramas on Viewers’ Emotions and Immersion, Mood" Journal of The Korea Society of Computer and Information 31, no.3 (2026) : 149-160.
