The Characteristics of Contemporary Mongolian folk songs in Qinghai Province, China

Abstract

The research “Characteristics of Contemporary Mongolian folk songs in Qinghai Province, China” aims to investigate the development of Qinghai Mongolian Folk Songs, and the Characteristics of Contemporary Qinghai Mongolian Folk Songs. Interviews were conducted and the use of other methods for data gathering during field work is utilized. To study the singing styles of folk songs, two famous folk artists were chosen as key informants.

The results of the study revealed that Mongolia is a country with a long history of prominence, the largest Empire in history of civilization. The country’s geography is full of steppes and daily tribal life on horse’s back. There are many different ethnic groups in Mongolia. Folk songs and traditional music are important parts of culture and the people’s lives. Their folk music has a deep root in the history. In this research, the musical characteristics of Mongolian folk songs in Haixi Prefecture were studied. The Mongolian folk songs of Haixi Prefecture are mainly divided into two categories: the "Hong Yan", and "Noengia". First, "Hong Yan" is a song composed with a beautiful melody. Finally, "Noengia" is said to be the most-used wedding song in Haixi. Due to the modernization and current situation, the promotion of Mongolian folk songs in Haixi Prefecture is faced with near disuse. This paper analyzes the of Mongolian folk songs in Haixi Prefecture, and puts forward some suggestions to revitalize the tradition, The suggestions are to continue the tradition in schools to promote song competitions, to etablish a cultural center, and to organize festivals.

It is found that Contemporary Mongolian folk songs in Qinghai Province, China are fused with each other; that is, they diffused and mutually absorbed the rich musical elements of Qinghai Haixi Mongolian people, laying the foundation for the novel creation, at the same time, creating extremely favorable conditions for the prosperity of Qinghai Mongolian literature and art.

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