전송사(全宋詞) 수록 가기사(歌妓詞) 소고(小考)

Abstract

This study explores the characteristics of 28 singing girls and their 33 Ci works in the “Complete Collection of Song Ci Poetry”. These singing girls were mainly active in the Xishu (西蜀) and Wuyue(吳越) regions, and their works were recorded in the writings and novels of the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing Dynasties. The prevalent poetic structure used was 4, 5, 6, and 7-word verses suitable for singing. Their works can be categorized into for responding to literati's poetry, expressing sorrow in parting, and composed for specific individuals or in response to requests from local officials. Although the number of works left by the singing girls of the Song Dynasty is not large, they contributed to the development of Ci poetry and created a space for enjoying this literary genre. Through their performances and collaborations with literati, they integrated the beauty of common people into mainstream Ci poetry, shaping a distinctive and influential style.