Lirong Ma

Lirong Ma

July 24, 2025

Yunnan ethnic minority folk songs, Historical origins, Vocal art characteristics, Inheritance and innovation.

This paper systematically analyzes the historical origins, vocal art characteristics, inheritance status and innovative development strategies of the folk songs of Yunnan's ethnic minorities. In the historical origin part, the profound influence of ethnic migration and lifestyle on the formation of folk songs is discussed; in terms of vocal art characteristics, the uniqueness of vocalization techniques, breath use, melody and rhythm are sorted out; in the inheritance status, the advantages and challenges of group, family, social and school inheritance are summarized; finally, combined with modern music expression forms and communication methods, specific strategies for inheritance and innovation are proposed, emphasizing the key role of multi-party collaboration in the protection and development of folk songs. The article aims to provide theoretical reference and practical direction for the inheritance and promotion of Yunnan's ethnic minority folk songs.

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