Westernization and Social Transformations in Chinese Music Education, 1895-1949.

Ho, Wai-Chung

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Publication Date: 2003

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Westernization and Social Transformations in Chinese Music Education, 1895-1949.

Ho, Wai-Chung

History of Education, v32 n3 p289-301 May 2003

Discusses four fields of education in Chinese culture during the time of Confucius: (1) morals, (2) law, (3) politics, and (4) music. Identifies three traditional Chinese music types: (1) refined, (2) popular, and (3) foreign. States music was used to promote social harmony, reinforce nationalist views and actions, and shape attitudes and beliefs of the Chinese people. (KDR)

Descriptors: Chinese, Chinese Culture, Confucianism, Cultural Influences, Educational History, Educational Research, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries, Higher Education, Music Education, Non Western Civilization, Religious Cultural Groups

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: China

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