New saxophone works recomposed from Chinese folk music

Abstract

The dissertation is concerned with the study of New saxophone works recomposed from Chinese folk music. The purpose of the study is as follows: 1) To investigate the contemporary change of saxophones in recomposed Chinese folk music. 2) To analyze the characteristics of saxophone in recomposed Chinese folk music selected works. 3) To propose guidelines for the artistic innovation of saxophone in recomposed Chinese folk music.

The result follows: 1) The saxophone, when integrated with traditional Chinese folk music, showcases remarkable charm. This unique blend has garnered attention from numerous composers and saxophonists who are now actively involved in advancing this musical genre. The Chinese New Works of Saxophone Conference serves as a fertile ground for its development. 2) It is essential for composers and saxophonists to engage in extensive collaboration during the composition process. This interaction helps to fully explore their combined potential, enabling the saxophonist to perform pieces that more accurately reflect the composer’s intent, while also utilizing the saxophone’s inherent characteristics to enhance the music. 3）The art innovation of saxophone on these four key areas: musical creativity, performance, cultural, and social impact. As cross-cultural works become increasingly prevalent in today’s globalized society, finding fresh ways to merge the saxophone a relatively modern instrument with the ancient traditions of Chinese music is essential. This integration demands not just inventive musical adaptations but also experimental performance practices that introduce new elements, transforming these compositions into truly artistic expressions.

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