Music of Panwang Festival ceremony in northern Guangdong Province China

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to study The Historical Background of the Panwang Festival and its Ceremonial Music Characteristics in the Yao Region of Northern Guangdong Province, China.Use qualitative research processes along with field studies. Data were collected through interviews and literature researchThe history and current situation of the Yao ethnic group and their ancestor worship ceremony, the Panwang Festival, in Ruyuan County, northern Guangdong, China, are discussed, and the characteristics of the ceremonial music of the Panwang Festival are analysed.the research found were: 1) Geographical Characteristics and Ethnic History of the Yao Ethnic Area in Ruyuan County, Northern Guangdong Province. 2) History and content of the "Panwang Festival" rituals in the region. 3)Characteristics of musical instruments, songs and singing in the "Panwang Festival" ceremonies of the region. It reveals the geographical features, history and humanity of the Yao region in northern Guangdong as well as the unique musical style and cultural connotations of the Panwang Festival ritual music in the region. The aim is to better understand and pass on the Yao music culture, to excavate and reveal its cultural connotations and values, to promote cross-cultural exchanges and academic co-operation, and to contribute to the protection and development of Yao music culture.