Author Description
Based On Yijing, Classic Confucianism, And Classic Daoism, 'a Way Of Music Education' Proposes A Philosophy Of Music Education As A Trilogy: Change, Balance, And Liberation. Author C. Victor Fung Presents An Overview Of The Fundamentals Of Classic Chinese Philosophy And Offers Their Music Educational Interpretations. Fung's Work Also Offers Practical Advice On How To Integrate His Theoretical Models Into Real Life Situations. Part I: Classical Chinese Philosophies And Music Educational Interpretations. Introduction; Foundations Of Yijing: An Organismic Worldview; Foundations Of Classic Confucianism: Cheng (sincerity), Shan (kindness), Ren (benevolence), And Junzi (the Exemplary Person); Foundations Of Classic Daoism: Wuwei (non-egoistic Action), Guan (observation), Qiwu (equality), And Rou (softness/flexibility) -- Part Ii: Complementarity And A Trilogy. Complementary Bipolar Continua In Music Education; Change; Balance; Liberation -- Part Iii. A New Way Of Thinking And Practical Implications. A Way Of Music Education As A Way Of Life; Toward Practical Implications. C. Victor Fung = Ma Zhiqiang. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This book investigates how foundational principles from Yijing, Confucianism, and Daoism can be synthesized into a coherent philosophy for modern music education. Author C. Victor Fung, a scholar in music education, draws upon his expertise to bridge ancient Eastern metaphysical frameworks with contemporary pedagogical practices. He argues that music education should be viewed as a trilogy of change, balance, and liberation, providing a structured approach for educators to integrate these concepts into their teaching methodologies.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Interpretations of Yijing, Confucianism, and Daoism applied to music instruction
- A conceptual framework defining music education through the pillars of change, balance, and liberation
- Practical strategies for applying philosophical models to real-life educational settings
Scope Limits
- The text does not provide a comprehensive history of Chinese music theory
- It does not offer specific lesson plans or standardized curriculum guides
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts recognize this work as a unique interdisciplinary bridge between classical Eastern philosophy and Western-influenced music pedagogy. Readers frequently note the academic density of the prose, which requires a thoughtful engagement with the philosophical concepts presented.
Page Count:
0
Publication Date:
1900-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press,
ISBN-10:
0190234490
ISBN-13:
9780190234492
Philosophy
Daoism
Pedagogy
Music
Music Education
Confucianism
Chinese Philosophy