Traditional folk instruments as symbols of China’s musical heritage

  • Penfei Yan Belarusian State University, 4 Niezaliezhnasci Avenue, Minsk 220030, Belarus

Abstract

The article explores the characteristics of traditional Chinese instrumental music, which is considered a unique synthesis of ancient musical traditions and cultural borrowings. The classification of Chinese folk instruments is considered, their historical development is described. The significance of traditional instruments as symbols of China’s cultural heritage is justified. This study contributes to recognising the necessity of adapting traditional instruments to modern needs and their importance in preserving cultural diversity in contemporary Chinese society.

Author Biography

Penfei Yan , Belarusian State University, 4 Niezaliezhnasci Avenue, Minsk 220030, Belarus

postgraduate student at the department of oriental studies, faculty of international relations

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Published
2024-09-02
Keywords: traditional Chinese music, traditional Chinese instruments, cultural heritage, preservation of cultural diversity, cultural diversification
How to Cite
Yan , P. (2024). Traditional folk instruments as symbols of China’s musical heritage. Human in the Socio-Cultural Dimension, 2, 29-36. Retrieved from https://journals.bsu.by/index.php/pitscd/article/view/6318
Issue
No 2 (2024): Human in the Socio-Cultural Dimension
Section
World and National Culture