Aroused by the odes, established by the rules of propriety, perfected by music: integrating aesthetic education in contemporary music education through Confucian aesthetic philosophy

Abstract

Integrating traditional Confucian aesthetic philosophy into contemporary music education has recently become a burgeoning research focus within domestic academia. A study of Confucian theories and connotations of aesthetic education reveals the importance of aesthetic philosophy embodied in “Aroused by the Odes, Established by the Rules of Propriety, Perfected by Music” in music education. By analyzing the manifestation of Confucian aesthetic philosophy in contemporary music education, this study elucidates its value in cultivating temperament, enhancing character, and promoting social harmony and moral education. Furthermore, by combining the practice of aesthetic education courses in higher education, it explores the insights and innovative approaches of the Confucian perspective on ritual and music in aesthetic education curricula. Delving deeply into the modern value of traditional Confucian aesthetic philosophy, strengthening interdisciplinary research in aesthetic education and constructing a scientific evaluation system for aesthetic education are all significant for advancing contemporary music education. It is hoped that the progressive deepening of relevant research will further enrich the theoretical connotations of music education in higher education institutions and provide valuable references for the reform and innovation of aesthetic education courses in universities.

Keywords

• Confucianism
• Aesthetic philosophy
• Music education
• Aesthetic education