Draft of the History of Ancient Chinese Music, Volume 1 and 2 – China Bookstore

Author: Yang Yinliu
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Publish Date: 2004-04-08
Features: "The Chinese Library" primarily selects outstanding works and translations published in China since the 20th century, covering fields such as philosophy, social sciences, literary and artistic creation, and science and cultural popularization. These works and translations have had a significant positive impact on China's political, economic, cultural, and social development over the past century and remain highly valuable to this day. They are classic and essential reading for Chinese readers. Great works are always intellectual theories that shook the wisdom of every era, classics that enlighten the masses, and works that touch the soul, embodying the treasures of the times and national culture. They should leave a mark in their time and benefit future generations, enduring for ages. "The Chinese Library" collects and publishes classic works from the past century, offering a macroscopic review of publishing achievements in the 20th century and actively exploring future publishing endeavors. It aims to contribute to the construction of advanced Chinese culture and the great rejuvenation of the Chinese nation. Some titles in "The Chinese Library" require reformatting due to technical reasons, while most retain their original layout. A library of this scale, with a thousand books, spans a wide range of styles—serious, humorous, refined, and popular. A uniform layout might not be suitable. Moreover, layout design is also an aesthetic aspect of a book's form. While readers absorb knowledge and appreciate works, they can also enjoy the distinctive styles of layout design from different publishing institutions across various periods, which is a delightful experience left for readers. This book discusses the history of music in China from ancient times to the end of the Qing Dynasty, including: the connection between China's social background in different dynasties and the development of music; the historical evolution of various musical forms; the diverse genres and themes of Chinese music; analyses and introductions of instrumental music and instruments; and studies and introductions of musical aesthetics. The book also provides a detailed examination of the preservation of ancient Chinese musical literature and scores, offering its own perspectives on controversial issues in music history research.