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Features of Xiangtun Xi Musical Drama within Social Evolution

Features of Xiangtun Xi Musical Drama within Social Evolution

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Recieved: 05/21/2025

Accepted: 10/10/2025

Published: 01/30/2026

Keywords: Xiangtong Xi, dialect, folk theater, folklore, folk festivals, local holidays, musical drama, ritual music, religious music, religious rituals, social heritage, Baoshan District, Yunnan Province

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Li Jianfu Features of Xiangtun Xi Musical Drama within Social Evolution. // Theory and History of Art. 2025. N 4, p.168-178 https://doi.org/10.55959/MSU2411-0795-2025-4-10.

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Abstract

The article explores Xiangtun Xi, a traditional musical drama from the border region of Yunnan Province, China, preserved in Baoshan. The most complete surviving form of ancient local art and culture, Xiangtun Xi originated from primitive shamanistic rituals, combining early religious practices with unique local drama. Considering legends and the historical context, the article examines how regional language, customs, and traditions shaped the development of Xiangtun Xi drama into a distinctive musical genre. Furthermore, the author highlights the drama’s role in expressing ethnic identity and embodying humanistic values, underscoring its significance in the cultural heritage of the borderland communities.

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