Frontiers in Art Research, 2024, 6(7); doi: 10.25236/FAR.2024.060708.
Bingze Du, Yanxi Liang
Kangwon National University, Chuncheon, Gangwon-do, 24341, South Korea
Ancient Chinese musical instruments are not only a crucial component of musical arts but also treasures within the cultural heritage of China. This paper explores the development and evolution of ancient Chinese musical instruments from their origins to the Song Dynasty through historical documents and archaeological findings. It analyzes how advancements in material technology, social and cultural changes, and cross-cultural exchanges influenced the design, manufacturing, and usage of these instruments. Additionally, the article focuses on contemporary efforts to protect and revive these traditional instruments. The study reveals not only the historical and technical transformations of the instruments but also their roles and significance in the social and cultural contexts of different historical periods.
Ancient Chinese musical instruments; Cultural heritage; Material science; Social and cultural changes; Revival of musical instruments
Bingze Du, Yanxi Liang. The Development and Evolution of Ancient Chinese Musical Instruments. Frontiers in Art Research (2024) Vol. 6, Issue 7: 46-51. https://doi.org/10.25236/FAR.2024.060708.
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