A Survey On The Development Of Indigenous People's Dance Music In Taiwan

This paper mainly discusses the cultural connotation of Taiwan local music by analyzing the indigenous people's dance music, focusing on its development. Through the in depth study of history of Taiwanese indigenous peoples, the writer introduces the social system, life styles, religions, cultural features and production and living of the tribes, highlighting the importance and fuction of the indigenous people's dance music in Taiwan. From the various aspects of musicology, ethnology, history, economics, anthropology and folklore, the writer objectively, factually and profoundly describes ethnic styles and features of indigenous people's dance music in Taiwan. Through on-the-spot investigation, data collecting and comparative analysis of refereces, the writer finds the histoorical and academic value of indigenous people's dance music in Taiwan. The position and influence of this music should be valued, and more attention and protection from specialists should be given to Taiwan indigenous peoples.The Taiwan indigenous peoples were the first people on the island. According to the experts, these people have a long history. Their life is colorful together with their unique music. The writer studies history of this group of people, investgates the Taiwan indigenous peoples, interviews old artists and truthfully describes the features of ethnic festivals, ceremonies and fete music. From the aspects of origin, religious rites, music scripts, clothing and art expression, the writer detailedly states the position and influence of the indigenous people's dance music in Taiwan in everyday life. In this way, the writer discusses the existing form of music in indigenous people's life and the connotation and attitudes it carries. The writer hopes that further understanding of the indigenous people's dance music and culture in Taiwan can be reached.