Studying Chinese Ancient Poetry Artistic Songs in Tang Dynasty for Teaching 2nd-Year Students at Shenyang Conservatory of Music in China

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          The objectives of this study were (1) To study Chinese ancient poetry artistic songs in Tang Dynasty and Caruso Bel Canto singing theory; (2) To compile a guidebook of Chinese ancient poetry artistic songs in Tang Dynasty with Caruso Bel Canto singing theory; (3) To teach 2nd-year students major in vocal performance at Shenyang Conservatory of Music in China in the experimental group according to the guidebook and teaching plan; (4) To evaluate the teaching effects after teaching 2nd-year students major in vocal performance at Shenyang Conservatory of Music in China. This research was mixed-method research. The population for the experimental research was 90 2nd-year students major in Bel Canto vocal performance, at Shenyang Conservatory of Music, China. The sample was consisted with 12 students, selected by random including 6 males (3 bass and 3 tenor) and 6 females (3 alto, 3 soprano), conducted in the experimental group in the 2nd semester of 2023.

          The findings were:  Teach 2nd-year students major in vocal performance at Shenyang Conservatory of Music in China in the experimental group according to the guidebook and teaching plan. The whole teaching process lasted for 16 weeks, with 90 minutes in weekly session. The vocal performance course targeted at 2nd-year students majoring in vocal performance at Shenyang Conservatory of Music has shown positive teaching effects. Participants exhibited notable improvement in their overall performance, with significant progress seen in theoretical knowledge, singing skills, and quality of voice. While some areas such as pronunciation and music performance may require additional attention, the overall results indicate that the course has been effective in enhancing participants' understanding and performance in vocal performance.