IMPACT OF POP MUSIC TEACHING IN HIGH SCHOOL CASE STUDY YANGXI COUNTY NO.1 MIDDLE SCHOOL, GUANGDONG, CHINA

Abstract

This article explores the impact of pop music teaching in high schools, with a case study of Yangxi County No. 1 Middle School, Guangdong, China. The article examines how incorporating pop music into the curriculum influences students’ musical understanding, cultural awareness, and engagement. By analyzing the interplay between pop music and the local cultural context, the study highlights its role in bridging traditional and contemporary values. The findings reveal that pop music serves as a medium for students to connect with modern cultural expressions while respecting traditional Chinese values rooted in Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism. Furthermore, the study discusses how religious and cultural beliefs shape students’ reception and interpretation of pop music, fostering a sense of identity and belonging. This research underscores the potential of pop music education as a tool for enhancing cultural literacy and promoting social cohesion in diverse educational settings. This article presented (1) pop music singing techniques to promote the improvement of high school students’ musical literacy, and (2) training and support for teaching popular singing techniques.