Methods of vocal teaching in various cultural traditions: comparative analysis

Abstract

In the field of music pedagogy, one of the most complex and multifaceted aspects is vocal training. The specificity of methodological approaches to vocal training is an object of scientific study, which covers a wide range of cultural-historical, physiological and psychoacoustic factors. The article is aimed at a comparative analysis of vocal teaching methods in various cultural traditions, such as Western European, Indian, African and East Asian. Through a multidisciplinary approach, including anthropological, ethnomusicological and psychophysiological methods, this work seeks to identify the key characteristics and features inherent in each cultural practice. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based teaching methods, which range from structured lessons using modern technology to traditional forms of mentoring. The statistics are based on empirical studies conducted between 1990 and 2020 and include an analysis of more than 300 scientific articles published in peer-reviewed journals with high citation rates (IF > 2.0). The range of academic research in this area continues to expand, integrating aspects of psychology, neuroscience, physiology and even information technology. However, it should be recognized that the issues of effectiveness and optimal combination of various methods still remain open and require further research.