The Development of Mudong Folk Song in Ba nan District - Thesis Abstract & Research Findings

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Ethnomusicology qualitative research examines the development of Mudong folk song in Ba nan District, Chongqing, China, focusing on musical characteristics and cultural functions. Fieldwork data from key informants are presented through descriptive analysis. Findings show four development stages: origin, establishment, prosperity, and disappearance with subsequent protection. Musical analysis highlights improvisational singing, fast rhythm, changeable melody, broad lyrical content, and diverse singing forms. The study also links the tradition to specific social, historical, and cultural ecological conditions, supporting practical, educational, aesthetic, and entertainment roles.

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Chapter I Introduction

Statement of the Problem

Research Objectives

Research Questions

Importance of Research

The Development of Mudong Folk Song in Ba nan District, Chongqing, China Chen Chen A Thesis Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of Requirements for degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Music August 2022 Copyright of Mahasarakham University การพัฒนาเพลงพื้นบ้านมู่ตงในเขตปาหนาน ฉงชิ่ง ประเทศจีน วิทยานิพนธ์ของ Chen Chen เสนอต่อมหาวิทยาลัยมหาสารคาม เพื่อเป็นส่วนหนึ่งของการศึกษาตามหลักสูตรปริญญาปรัชญาดุษฎีบัณฑิต สาขาวิชาดุริยางคศิลป์สิงหาคม 2565 ลิขสิทธิ์เป็นของมหาวิทยาลัยมหาสารคาม The Development of Mudong Folk Song in Ba nan District, Chongqing, China Chen Chen A Thesis Submitted in Partial Fulfillment of Requirements for Doctor of Philosophy (Music) August 2022 Copyright of Mahasarakham University The examining committee has unanimously approved this Thesis, submitted by Mr. Chen Chen , as a partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy Music at Mahasarakham University Examining Committee Chairman (Assoc. Prof. Wiboon Trakulhun , Ph.D.) Advisor (Asst. Prof. Jarernchai Chonpairot , Ph.D.) Committee (Asst. Prof. Sayam Chuangprakhon , Ph.D.) Committee (Asst. Prof. Narongruch Woramitmaitee , Ph.D.) Committee (Asst. Prof. Khomkrich Karin , Ph.D.) Mahasarakham University has granted approval to accept this Thesis as a partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy Music (Asst. Prof. Khomkrit Karin , Ph.D.) Dean of College of Music (Assoc. Prof. Krit Chaimoon , Ph.D.) Dean of Graduate School TITLE The Development of Mudong Folk Song in Ba nan District, Chongqing, China AUTHOR Chen Chen ADVISORS Assistant Professor Jarernchai Chonpairot , Ph.D. DEGREE Doctor of Philosophy MAJOR Music UNIVERSITY Mahasarakham University YEAR 2022 ABSTRACT The study employed the qualitative research methodology of ethnomusicology. The objectives are 1) To investigate the development of Mudong Folk Song in Ba nan, Chongqing, China. 2) To analyze the music characteristic Mudong Folk Song in Ba nan, Chongqing, China. 3) To examine the role Mudong Folk Song in Ba nan, Chongqing, China. The data were mainly collected from fieldwork with the key informants and presented in the descriptive analysis format. The results are as follows: 1) According to the change of music form of Mudong folk song, its development is divided into four stages: origin stage, establishment stage, prosperity stage, disappearance and protection stage. 2) Through the analysis of the scale, meter, rhythm, melody and singing mode of Mudong folk songs, the music characteristics of Mudong folk songs are improvisational singing, with fast rhythm, changeable melody, wide singing content and diverse singing forms. 3) Mudong folk song is formed and developed in a specific social, historical and cultural ecological environment, which makes it have practical, educational, aesthetic and entertainment functions. Keyword : Mudong folk song, development process, music characteristics, practical functions ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS My professional thesis has finally come to an end. My heart is full of worries about the imperfection of my thesis. To tell you the truth, reading while working really makes me feel a lot of pressure. Some people say that people who know how to work hard have a strong heart. Three years of study and life is a great wealth in my life. I believe I will remember it all my life. The decisions I made in 2019 will have satisfactory results in 2022. First of all, I would like to thank my mentor Dr. Jarernchai Chonpairot for his patient guidance and encouragement, which provided me with necessary information, valuable suggestions and inspiration for new ideas, and provided me with great help. It was in his suggestion that I noticed the shortcomings in the dissertation. Without his help, this paper could not have been in its present form. I can never express my gratitude for your selfless help. Then, I would like to thank Prof. Dr. Khomkrich karin, w

FAQs

What research methods are used in the thesis?

The study employs qualitative research methodology of ethnomusicology, with data mainly collected through fieldwork and key informants, then analyzed descriptively.

How many stages does the thesis say the Mudong folk song development has gone through?

It is divided into four stages: origin stage, establishment stage, prosperity stage, and disappearance and protection stage.

What music characteristics are identified for Mudong folk songs?

The thesis identifies improvisational singing, fast rhythm, changeable melody, wide singing content, and diverse singing forms, based on analysis of scale, meter, rhythm, melody, and singing mode.

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