Tibetan Reba Drum Dance Inheritance and Development in the Context of Chinese National Policy

Abstract

The Tibet Autonomous Region is a diverse and developed region known for its vibrant ethnic culture. The purpose of this study is: 1) To study the historical background of Tibetan Reba Dance. 2) Analyze China’s policy towards Reba Inspiring in Tibet. The interviewees were mainly Tibetan Reba folk artists and Tibet University professors. Qualitative research methods were used to study and present the results through descriptive analysis. Research methods include interviews, observation and document analysis. Findings are based on analysis and interpretation of field data: notes, interviews, videotaped observations and audio recordings. The results show that:

1. The origin of Reba Drum Dance in Tibet can be traced back to the period when Tibetan Buddhism was prevalent hundreds of years ago. It has strong religious beliefs and has been widely spread and developed in folk life. The researcher elaborated on the historical background of Tibetan Reba Dance from the aspects of its origin, dance characteristics, artistic value, inheritance and development.

2. Tibetan Reba Drum Dance has been listed as a national intangible cultural heritage. Tibetan Reba dance runs through China’s national education system. With the support and encouragement of relevant national policies, Tibetan Reba dance has flourished.

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