Singing and Music Teaching for Ethnic Groups: Lower Volume: Self-selected Songs

Author: Ding Yaxian
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Publish Date: 1995-09-01
Features: The folk vocal music mentioned here does not refer to the general term encompassing various vocal arts such as Chinese folk songs, quyi (a form of narrative singing), opera, and new songs. It is a more narrowly defined concept. Specifically, it represents the specialized folk vocal music taught in music conservatories in China today. It differs from the singing styles of folk songs, quyi, and opera while inheriting and developing the essence and characteristics of these traditional vocal arts. It also draws on and absorbs the theories and strengths of Western and European opera singing techniques, forming a unique new folk vocal art that is scientific, national, artistic, and embodies the spirit of the times. The songs in The Selected Collection (totaling over 420 pieces) serve not only as teaching materials but also as repertoire for professional singers of performing troupes and for amateur folk vocal music enthusiasts to broaden their repertoire and enhance their vocal skills, or as material for competitions and stage performances. For readers who are not engaged in folk vocal music, they can also gain knowledge and appreciate the profound depth and richness of Chinese folk vocal art through reading and listening to the poetic lyrics, melodious tunes, and rich emotions.