Influence of China's philosophical views on the country's musical culture Cover Image

Вплив китайської філософії на музичну культуру країни
Influence of China's philosophical views on the country's musical culture

Author(s): Marina Olegovna Antoshko
Subject(s): Customs / Folklore, Music, East Asian Philosophy
Published by: Національна академія керівних кадрів культури і мистецтв
Keywords: Chinese outlook; musical art; cultural traditions; country philosophy;

Summary/Abstract: The purpose of the article is to study the problem of the influence of philosophical views and traditions on the musical culture of China. The methodology of the study is to use historical and biographical methods in the study of this topic. The scientific novelty of the article is to study the feasibility of the problem of philosophical views of China, based on the country's musical traditions. The historical names of the philosophers who influenced the development of the musical arts and education system, which affected the cultural traditions of China, were singled out. Conclusions. Based on the study of the problem of philosophical views of China's worldview system, the country's development processes and distinctive culture were identified. The problem of studying the philosophical system of ancient China as the basis for the emergence of the musical tradition has interested many scholars, among whom are: L.S. Vasilyeva [1], Yu.M. Gradova [2], Hou Jiang [8], D.T. Suzuki [7] and others. Because it influenced the cultural life of the countries of the East. This question highlighted the philosophical trends that underpin China's traditions. Namely, philosophical traditions influenced the country's musical art. Thus, China's cultural traditions were based on ancient Chinese philosophies: Confucianism, Taoism, and Buddhism. Special attention has been paid to the issues of education and music in China. A person must be ethically educated, endowed with spirituality, and truth. Music education played an important role in the culture of China because it was a carrier of the culture of the ancient Chinese. Numerical concepts played their magic role. According to the philosophy of Taoism, music should promote the emotional state of man and the harmonious connection with nature. Confucius emphasizes the comprehensive development of humans while emphasizing the morality of the individual. This is clearly reflected in his works: Shijing (Song Book), Shu Jing (History Book), Lun Yui (Conversations and Speeches). In the third and sixth centuries, China's musical culture was influenced by philosophical tendencies based on the Lao-Buddhist vision. Music played the role of expressing the essence of being. So, in the sixth century, a piece of music appeared for the musical instrument "Price" by composer Qiu Min "Yulanpu" or "Lone Orchid". The worldview system of ancient China became the basis for the emergence of musical traditions in the countries of the East. This problem is of interest to scientists and necessitates further development in the study of this issue.

  • Issue Year: 2020
  • Issue No: 3
  • Page Range: 178-182
  • Page Count: 5
  • Language: Ukrainian