Draft History of Ancient Chinese Music (Volume 1 and 2)

Author: Yang Yinliu
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Publish Date: 2004-05-01
Features: This book discusses the history of music development in China from ancient times to the end of the Qing Dynasty, including: the connection between the social background of various dynasties in China and the development of music; the historical evolution of various musical forms; the diverse genres and themes of Chinese music; an analysis and introduction of instrumental music and instruments; the study and introduction of musical aesthetics. The book also provides a detailed examination of the preservation of ancient Chinese musical documents and notation materials, and offers personal perspectives on controversial issues in music history research.