History of Modern Chinese Music: Special Topic Series

Author: Yu Jiaqiang
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Publish Date: 2006-10-01
Features: This book is one of the "Special Topic History Series." It comprehensively synthesizes the research achievements on the history of modern Chinese music to date, organizing and compiling them into unique interpretations. The content is both concise and comprehensive, covering the trajectory of modern Chinese music development from 1840 to 1949. It is divided into two parts: Traditional Music and Emerging Music. It not only retraces traditional perspectives on narrative music, opera music, instrumental music, folk songs, and dance music but also elaborates on emerging music, including the introduction of Western music into China, the emergence and growth of modern Chinese musical innovators, and their impact on musical trends, theories, and society. Behind the refined and fluent writing lies a logical and aesthetic foundation.