HISTORICAL RESEARCH OF CHINESE FOLK SONGS, A

This book advances the study of Chinese folk songs through theoretical innovation in literature-based folk songs and methodological innovation in multidisciplinary cross-interaction. It describes the historical development of folk songs, makes an in-depth study of the intersection and integration of folk songs with other literature and art, as well as the relationship with merchants, folk customs and regional culture, and analyses the literature of folk songs in previous dynasties. It is not only significant for the preservation of cultural heritage, but also to the promotion of folk song research and related fields. This book is applicable to scholars and researchers who have in-depth research on Chinese folk songs.

Contents:

• Preface
• Information about Authors and Translators
• Introduction
• The Evolution Track and The Basic Features:
  • The Beginning Period of Folk Songs: The Pre-Qin Ballads
  • The Developing Period of Folk Songs: Yuefu Folk Songs of the Han, Wei, the Southern and Northern Dynasties
  • The Period of Variation of Folk Songs: Songs and Ballads of the Sui, Tang, Song, Jin and Yuan Dynasties
  • The Peak Period of Folk Songs: Folk Songs of the Ming Dynasty
  • The Integration Period of Folk Songs: Folks Songs and Popular Ballads of the Qing Dynasty and the Republic of China
  • The Rejuvenation and Retrospection Period of Folk Songs: Folk Songs of Modern and Contemporary Times
• Interrelations and Interactions:
  • Folk Songs and the Commercial Spirit
  • Folk Songs and Folk Customs
  • Folk Songs and Fictions
  • Folk Songs, Dramas and Operas
  • Folk Songs and Regional Cultures
  • Folk Songs and the Circulation of Singing Arenas
• Conclusion
• Index

Readership: For advanced undergraduate and graduate students, researchers and practitioners in the fields of Chinese literature.

Key Features:

• This book effectively advances the research on folk songs throughout generations based on literature research and innovation of multi-disciplinary interaction
• This book has great academic value and pragmatic significance in terms of establishing the inheritance system of Chinese folk songs from different dynasties as well as promulgating excellent traditional Chinese culture