Enter the New Era: A Hundred Years of Chinese Song Anthology

Author: Publicity Department of the Shanghai Municipal Committee of the Communist Party of China
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Publishing Date: 2000-02-01
Features: The editorial concept of this song anthology demonstrates innovative thinking. Based on the content of the songs, the arrangement of the pieces and the refinement of titles are categorized, meticulously designing 12 chapters such as "Songs of the Century," "Ode to the Motherland," "Splendid Landscapes," "National Garland," "Laborful Sentiments," "The Flag of the Army Flies," "Unrewarded Youth," "Humanity's True Feelings," "Sprouting Seedlings," "Rainbow Colors," "Fireside Journey," and "Hymns to Heroes." Each chapter is accompanied by poetic connecting verses, ensuring that each section stands independently while flowing seamlessly as a whole. This reflects the three-dimensional and comprehensive perspective of the arrangement, effectively enhancing the ideological and artistic qualities of the songs. Another feature of the book is its selection of a substantial number of outstanding choral works widely sung by the masses, addressing the practical needs of activities and large-scale social events such as folk song festivals, making it highly practical.