Concepts of Music Education in Russia: Research and Adaptative Potential in China

Abstract

The cultural heritage of China is significantly different from that of Russia, which results in substantial differences in their professional music education systems. In Russia, the system of music education is based on developing students according to their abilities, personalizing teaching strategies, and considering students’ acquired knowledge in constructing music education curricula. Questions regarding the implementation of these principles are relevant for developing musical talents not only in Russia but also in other countries. Professional music education in China consistently adopts innovative educational practices from different countries, including Russia.

This article investigates the following issues to explore the benefits of music education in Russia and potential applications for developing music education in China: (a) the best practices of Russian music education by using a generalization approach, (b) comparisons of the Chinese and Russian professional music education systems by using a comparative methodology, and (c) the pros and cons of music education in China and the opportunities for implementing the achievements of Russian music education for developing Chinese music education by using analytical and synthesis methods.

The research findings indicate the significant importance of Russian music education developments for developing the music education in China. In conclusion, the article suggests fostering further cultural exchanges between China and Russia in the field of music education.