SHANXI DAOQING OPERA MUSIC ANALYSIS AS A RESOURCE FOR TEACHING CHINESE OPERA MUSIC HISTORY.

This qualitative research study aimed to explore the history of ancient Chinese opera music and analyze musical characteristics as a resource for teaching the history of Chinese opera music in Shanxi Province, China. The study involved three main informants and utilized a range of research methods, including literature review, fieldwork, and interviews. The analysis of the musical characteristics of early Shanxi Daoqing opera included an examination of its historical development, classical singing style, accompanying instruments, performance scenes, and vocal melody. The result suggest that Daoqing opera has undergone significant changes over time, influenced by various factors such as social and cultural trends. The analysis of the musical characteristics of "Qiong Gong Lei" provides insights into the formal structure, tempo, range, and melody contour of Daoqing opera music. Further research is needed to explore the unique features of different regional styles of Chinese opera and the role of technology in preserving and promoting this traditional art form. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]