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Educational resources and instructional approaches for Chinese Hua'er Folk Songs in Gansu and Ningxia Wang, Xufeng; Chuangprakhon, Sayam; Jian, Shuying; Wang, Guangguo
Journal of Education and Learning (EduLearn) Vol 18, No 3: August 2024
Publisher : Intelektual Pustaka Media Utama

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.11591/edulearn.v18i3.21589

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This study delves into the cultural significance and educational potential of Hua'er folk songs within the Hui ethnic communities of Gansu and Ningxia in northwest China. By positioning Hua'er as an indispensable educational tool in folk song history, the research seeks to safeguard and elevate this revered musical tradition. Employing literature reviews, immersive fieldwork, questionnaire surveys, interviews with four significant contributors, and direct observations, the study sheds light on the importance of Hua'er music as a cultural legacy. These insights offer valuable guidance for educators, cultural institutions, and future research initiatives. Through a detailed exposition of the research methodology, this study enriches our understanding of the diverse landscape of Chinese folk song history, presenting avenues for further exploration and practical application in educational contexts.
Musical Characteristics of the Pingxian Folk Song as Cultural Narrative Jing, Yang; Theerapan, Suthasinee; Chuangprakhon, Sayam; Chaiyason, Noppon; Jungate, Kittikun; Wenying, Chen
Resital: Jurnal Seni Pertunjukan Vol 26, No 2 (2025): Agustus 2025
Publisher : Institut Seni Indonesia Yogyakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24821/resital.v26i2.17192

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This study aims to analyze the musical characteristics of the Pingxian Folk Song in Ping’an District, Qinghai Province, with a particular focus on its function as a cultural narrative. Employing a qualitative methodology, the research integrates ethnomusicological analysis, field observations, and interpretive frameworks to examine four key dimensions: lyrical structure and language use, rhythmic patterns and vocal ornamentation, melodic and modal systems, and cultural symbolism embedded in performance contexts. Findings indicate that Pingxian folk songs exhibit a distinct lyrical form known as the “3.5-line structure,” incorporating hybrid use of Mandarin and local dialects that reflect regional linguistic identity. The flexible rhythmic style, often governed by breath and emotion, is supported by the traditional use of Paiban as a percussive timing device. Melodic lines follow a modal system capable of symbolic modulation, such as transitions between Bb Gong and C Shang Qingyue, to express shifts in emotional and ritual states. Culturally, the songs encode ethnic memory and social values through symbolic narratives referencing local myths, ancestral figures, and natural imagery. Performances are deeply embedded in ritual, seasonal festivals, and informal educational settings, thereby serving as dynamic vehicles for the transmission of intangible cultural heritage. These musical features collectively affirm the role of Pingxian Folk Song as a medium for maintaining ethnic identity and cultural continuity. The study highlights the necessity of understanding folk music as both sonic art and cultural practice. It is recommended that future research explore comparative modal systems across folk traditions in the Hehuang cultural region and investigate the integration of Pingxian folk elements into contemporary educational and digital platforms to support sustainable heritage preservation.
Evolving Trends of Chinese Folk Music and Performing Arts Management in the Digital Age: A Bibliometric Analysis of Scopus-Indexed Articles Published between 2013 and 2024 Chuangprakhon, Sayam; Liu, Qianqian; Lin, You; Seeyo, Warakorn; Dong, Shujia
Resital: Jurnal Seni Pertunjukan Vol 26, No 3 (2025): Desember 2025
Publisher : Institut Seni Indonesia Yogyakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24821/resital.v26i3.17607

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This bibliometric analysis outlines relevant studies concerning Chinese folk music and performing arts management in the digital era, grounded in English-language publications indexed in the Scopus database between 2013 and 2024. This period was selected because English-language articles regarding digital approaches to Chinese folk music began to appear consistently during this time and reached a sufficient volume for a systematic bibliometric analysis. This analysis aims to provide insights into the intellectual landscape, the development of various themes, and the digital impact on the management of culture, artistic management, and the preservation of culture. Under the PRISMA protocol, 39 research articles were examined in the Scopus peer-reviewed database. The dataset was limited to English-language journal articles and conference papers that did not include publications from Chinese-language databases, which define the scopes and boundaries of the analysis. Each of the outputs was analyzed using bibliometric mapping, and quantitative publication trends and patterns concerning institutions and authors were complemented with qualitative thematic analysis, resulting in five thematic clusters. There is a noticeable increase in research results after 2020, aligning with digital cultural policy development in China and the growing use of online platforms for cultural dissemination. Given the relatively small dataset of 39 publications, findings should be interpreted as a focused analytical snapshot rather than a comprehensive representation of all articles on Chinese folk music. The results indicate a shift from ethnographic preservation toward the integration of digital technology to enhance audience engagement, interdisciplinary collaboration, and educational practice. The study underlines how digital integration reshapes the management of Chinese folk music by positioning technology as a tool for both cultural preservation and a medium of creative expression.