ISSN 2411-0795
ISSN 2411-0795
Keywords: folk culture, history of the Mongols, monuments of ancient culture, Mongolian folk dance, folk choreographic art, moral-ethical norms, public consciousness, human worldview, Mongolian folk dance, artistic-aesthetic content, inherent values, history of art development, system of recording movements
Na Zhisu Mongolian Folk Dance. Long Way and Preservation of Traditions (China, Domestic Mongolia). // Theory and History of Art. 2023. N 3/4, p.333–357
Chinese culture is the only cultural civilization in the world whose life has not been interrupted for millennia. 56 nationalities formed a single image of the country, but each of them formed its own language, its own customs and traditions, religion, culture. The fate of the peoples of the northern part of China, the Mongols of Inner Mongolia, was not simple. From generation to generation, they have built their civilization and do this to this day, being brilliant representatives of the diverse culture of not only China, but the whole world. For the Mongolian people, dancing to music is a concept inseparable from life. The article discusses the development of the Mongolian folk dance.
The following methods of scientific research were used in this article: Observation, which allowed to study this type of dance and its features, as well as deduction, because during the analysis, we looked at the dance as a whole, subsequently moving to the analysis of a specific genre, namely Mongolian folk dance.
Dance has always held significant place in the daily culture of the Mongols in northern China, originating from basic human needs for work, play, and hunting. It became an expressive medium to understand and connect with culture. In Chinese culture, dance is vital to public consciousness, reflecting the people's aesthetic aspirations and national spirit. The dance art of Inner Mongolia, China has a long history with unique genre, choreographic, and aesthetic features developing through each historical epoch. It assimilates elements of folk dance, acrobatics, and martial arts. Props like fans, swords, and sleeves are common, often used to express feelings and experiences. Mongolian dance in Inner Mongolia, known for its purity, fairness, and grace, fosters new cultural trends and creates a culture of purity, compassion, and beauty. Therefore, the choreographic culture of Inner Mongolia is a heritage of its people and holds value for the global community.