Musical and pedagogical ideas in the works of Chinese researchers of the early twentieth century – achievements of the past and present

this article examines the various views on music education that were accepted in Chinese society at the beginning of the 20th century. It begins by examining the historical and socio-cultural context of Chinese society at that time, which had a significant impact on the development of educational philosophy and specific teaching practices. It then reveals the views of musicians, methodologists, music educators and philosophers such as Wang Guowei, Cai Yuanpei, Jiang Weiqiao and Zeng Zhimin. Finally, it examines the relevance of these ideas today, as well as the lessons that modern educators and other workers in the Chinese education system can learn from the works of thinkers who laid the foundation for modern Chinese music education. It is important to note that, despite numerous positive innovations, the negative tendencies of the past in the pedagogical process are still strong, so it is necessary to work purposefully with this both at the state level and at the level of specific educational institutions.

music education, school education, Chinese education, XX century music, XX century education, history of Chinese music, Wang Guowei, Cai Yuanpei, Liang Qichao, Zeng Zhimin