THE HISTORICAL EVOLUTION AND CURRENT DEVELOPMENT OF FOLK SONG ACTIVITIES
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https://doi.org/10.55197/qjssh.v6i3.690Keywords:
Folk song activities, historical evolution, contemporary development, cultural value, globalizationAbstract
This article systematically reviews the historical evolution and contemporary development of folk song activities, emphasizing their cultural, social, and global significance. It explores how folk song activities have adapted to societal changes while maintaining their artistic essence. Through an extensive literature review, the study examines key scholarly contributions over the past decade, analyzing the transformation of folk song activities across different historical periods and assessing the influence of social, political, and economic factors on their creation, dissemination, and reception. Folk songs, as a core element of folk culture, hold deep historical, cultural, and social meanings, reflecting unique cultural values and social functions. Despite the challenges posed by globalization and modernization, folk songs also encounter new development opportunities. The article highlights significant milestones in the history of folk songs, traces innovation and integration trends in contemporary society, and offers strategic recommendations for future development, including enhancing preservation efforts, fostering innovation, expanding dissemination channels, strengthening music education, and advancing industrialization. Ultimately, this study aims to provide both theoretical insights and practical guidance for future research on the protection and preservation of folk song activities.
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