Reviewing the current situation of Huadengxi Chinese folk songs in Yunnan Province

Shutong Liu; Sayam Chuangprakhon

doi:10.31893/multirev.2024109

Keywords:

Huadengxi

Chinese folk songs

Yunnan Province

cultural preservation

traditional art forms

Abstract

Nestled in the southwestern region of China, Yunnan Province boasts a cultural tapestry that is as diverse and colorful as its breathtaking landscapes. Among its many cultural treasures, the Huadengxi Chinese folk song shine, as a testament to the rich artistic heritage that has thrived in this region for centuries. The objective of this study is to review the present state of Huadengxi Chinese folk songs in Yunnan Province. Five key informants, with extensive knowledge and experience in Huadengxi, provided valuable insights. The data collected included observation forms, interview forms, and questionnaires, with a multidimensional approach encompassing document data, music data, audio data, and video data. This research sheds light on recent innovations, the historical evolution of Huadengxi, and its integration into educational institutions. This finding underscores the significance of preserving this traditional art form and promoting it within the educational landscape. As an era of global cultural diversity unfolds, understanding the challenges and successes of preserving and advancing traditional art forms such as Huadengxi is of paramount importance.
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Liu, S., & Chuangprakhon, S. (2024). Reviewing the current situation of Huadengxi Chinese folk songs in Yunnan Province. Multidisciplinary Reviews, 7(5), 2024109. https://doi.org/10.31893/multirev.2024109

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[3] Chen H H (2014) The making of an exotic homeland: Performing place, identity and belonging on China's southwest borderland [Doctoral dissertation] The University of Wisconsin-Madison.

[4] Chinafolio (n.d.) Yunnan Province https://chinafolio.com/provinces/yunnan-province

[5] Coombe R J (2002) Fear, Hope, and Longing for the Future of Authorship and a Revitalized Public Domain in Global Regimes of Intellectual Property. DePaul L. Rev 52:1171.

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[8] Guo K (2019) Creating a cultural context for Dong and Miao folk music using an Orff-inspired methodology [Doctoral dissertation] San Jose State University.

[9] Guthrie D (2012) China and globalization: The social, economic, and political transformation of Chinese society. Routledge.

[10] Howard K (Ed.) (2016) Music as intangible cultural heritage: Policy, ideology, and practice in the preservation of East Asian traditions. Routledge. DOI: 10.4324/9781315596723

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[20] Rui L & Aziz M F B A (2023) A systematic review of chinese culture and heritage in interior design practices. Multidisciplinary Reviews, 6:2023038-2023038. DOI: 10.31893/multirev.2023038

[21] Tao L, Pugh-Kitingan J & Isaiah L C T (2023 July). A Survey for Research Literature Review of the Origin, Spread and Variation of the Chinese Folk Song "Jasmine Flower". In 2023 2nd International Conference on Social Sciences and Humanities and Arts (SSHA 2023) (pp. 567-574). Atlantis Press. DOI: 10.2991/978-2-38476-062-6_72

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[28] Wu M & Bhengsri T (2023) Educational and Literacy Dimensions of Putian Coastal Folk Songs in Fujian Province, China. International Journal of Education and Literacy Studies 11:244-250. DOI: 10.7575/aiac.ijels.v.11n.3p.244

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[31] Yang S (2023) Sounding Minority Beliefs: The Dialogic Soundscapes of the Guerx Sal Lad Festival of the Bai in Yunnan, Southwest China [Doctoral dissertation] University of Pittsburgh.

[32] Yuan X (2016) Authenticity in Chinese minority popular music: a case study of Shanren, a multi-ethnic indie band. Excellence in Performing Arts Research 3:1-26. DOI: 10.21038/epar.2016.0301

[33] Yuan X (2016) Chinese Minority Popular Music: A Case Study of Shanren, a Contemporary Popular Band [Doctoral dissertation] Kent State University.

[34] Yue D & Seekhunlio W (2024) The Study of Knowledge and Preservation of Songming Lantern Opera in Kunming, Yunnan Province, China. Multidisciplinary Science Journal 6:2024050-2024050. DOI: 10.31893/multiscience.2024050

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[38] Zhou J & Chuangprakhon S (2023) The Role of Nanyue Ritual Songs in Promoting Literacy and Cultural Education in Longhui County, Hunan, China. International Journal of Education and Literacy Studies 11:264-270. DOI: 10.7575/aiac.ijels.v.11n.3p.264

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