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Cultural Connections Through Music: Finding Belonging

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dc.contributor.advisorWrazen, Louise
dc.contributor.advisorvan der Bliek, Robert
dc.contributor.authorChan, Patty
dc.date.accessioned2022-04-12T21:21:15Z
dc.date.available2022-04-12T21:21:15Z
dc.date.issued2022-03-28
dc.descriptionMajor Research Paper (Master’s) approved with distinction, Faculty of Music, York University
dc.description.abstractThere has been little documentation about the history and development of Chinese music, specifically traditional Chinese orchestral music, of the Chinese diaspora in Canada. Music is an important link for immigrants to their homeland and serves to bring people together and preserve cultural heritage. After generations of living in Canada, music can also bring connection to Chinese Canadians who are searching for their cultural roots. Finally, this music can help bridge with cultures outside of the Chinese community. In this paper, I will explain the role of the Chinese orchestra in the diaspora, document its history and development, impact on individuals and their communities, their challenges, and successes. The history and legacy of Toronto’s first Chinese orchestra, the Chinese Instrumental Music Group of Toronto, will also be explored. I will summarize firsthand interviews with traditional musicians, leaders, and founders of Chinese orchestras across Canada, providing valuable insight into their experiences in this artform, far away from Asia. An essential application of this research is to discover ways for these musicians and orchestras to work together, exchange ideas and find solutions to ensure the future and development of this unique and valuable musical genre.en_US
dc.identifier.citationMajor Research Paper, Master of Arts, Graduate Program in Music, York University
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/10315/39452
dc.language.isoenen_US
dc.rightsAuthor owns copyright, except where explicitly noted. Please contact the author directly with licensing requests. 
dc.subjectChinese orchestraen_US
dc.subjectDiasporaen_US
dc.subjectIdentityen_US
dc.subjectChinese-Canadianen_US
dc.subjectChinese musicen_US
dc.titleCultural Connections Through Music: Finding Belongingen_US
dc.typeResearch Paperen_US

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