Chinese Folk Music Literacy: A Study on the Liu Sanjie Ge Yao Folk Music in Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region

Yiying Li, Noppon Chaiyason

Abstract


Liu Sanjie Ge Yao, a significant cultural artifact among the Zhuang people in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, faces challenges due to modernization and globalization, threatening its continuity. The primary objective is to investigate and analyze Chinese folk music literacy through the transmission and preservation on the Liu Sanjie Ge Yao folk music within the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. The research was conducted in the Hechi area of Guangxi, which is known for its rich cultural traditions. Four key informants, including a folk artist, cultural preservationist, educator, and community leader, were interviewed, and data were collected through participant observation during cultural events and document analysis of relevant archival materials. The study employed a qualitative research methodology, with thematic analysis revealing that integrating Liu Sanjie Ge Yao into formal and informal educational settings significantly enhances folk music literacy. However, challenges such as the generational gap in interest and the declining effectiveness of traditional transmission methods were also identified. The study suggests that innovative approaches, including using digital platforms and blending traditional and contemporary musical elements, are essential for the sustainable preservation of Liu Sanjie Ge Yao. Future research should explore the longitudinal impacts of educational programs and strategies to engage younger generations.

Keywords


Liu Sanjie Ge Yao, Chinese Folk Music Literacy, Cultural Preservation, Zhuang Community, Guangxi

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