Development of music education in China and Russia

Abstract

The article reveals the cultural and philosophical prerequisites for the development of music education in China in the twentieth century. Based on the analysis of scientific and pedagogical sources, it is proved that the development of music education was influenced by the traditional ideas of ancient Chinese philosophical thought, where great attention was paid to the harmonious education of a person in unity with nature and society, including by means of music education. It is found that since the beginning of the twentieth century, the art of music has occupied an important place in the humanities of China, playing an important role in the education of children and young people in the system of school, extracurricular and extracurricular education. Materials and methods. Based on the analysis of state programs and standards for secondary school students approved by the Ministry of Education of China, it was found that the purpose of music education was to create an aesthetic basis for personal development, education of students ' spiritual qualities and sensitivity to the positive influence of musical art. Results. The main form of school education was choral and vocal singing. In extracurricular activities, the emphasis was placed on the development of creative abilities of students in circles, where they had the opportunity to learn instrumental playing, in particular playing folk musical instruments. Extracurricular music education was the Center of primary professionalization of students as musicians and singers, providing creative self-realization of children in group and mass forms of musical activity.