1, the formation of ritual and music system:

The system of rites and music originated in Xia, Shang and Zhou dynasties, and it is a etiquette norm and music rule with hierarchy as the core. In the Xia Dynasty, with the division of social classes, people began to formulate various etiquette norms to distinguish people with different social status. In Shang dynasty, the etiquette system was more perfect, and gradually combined with music, forming the characteristics of the country of rites and music. During the Western Zhou Dynasty, Zhou Gongdan systematically arranged and standardized the system of rites and music, emphasizing the civilization of rites and music, and regarded the system of rites and music as an important tool to maintain the rule of the Zhou Dynasty.

2, the characteristics of the ritual system:

The core of the system of rites and music is rank and identity. It stipulates the behavior norms of people with different social status in life, etiquette, music and other aspects, and emphasizes the differences and identity between people. At the same time, the system of rites and music also emphasizes social harmony and stability, which regulates social relations and promotes the stability of social order.

3. The collapse of the system of rites and music:

During the Spring and Autumn Period and the Warring States Period, with the decline of the Zhou Dynasty, the system of rites and music began to disintegrate gradually. During this period, many countries reformed the etiquette system one after another, breaking the situation of aristocratic monopoly in the past and allowing folk talents to participate in political decision-making. At the same time, people's views on etiquette and music have also changed, and they began to pay more attention to individual freedom and personality expression, gradually diluting the meaning of identity. In the Qin Dynasty, with the rise of Legalists, the system of rites and music was gradually abolished and replaced by laws and administrative orders.

The influence of ancient rites and music system;

1. Maintenance of social order: The system of rites and music emphasizes rank and identity, which maintains social order to a certain extent. In ancient China, the division of social classes was very strict, and people of different classes enjoyed different rights and obligations. Through the standardization of the ritual and music system, people have clearly defined their respective positions and roles in society, thus maintaining social order.

2. Cultural inheritance and development: The ritual and music system is closely linked with the ancient culture of China, and is an indispensable part of cultural inheritance and development. Under the influence of the system of rites and music, unique artistic forms such as music, dance and opera were formed in ancient China, which not only enriched people's spiritual life, but also had a far-reaching impact on the cultural development of later generations.

3. Establishment of education system: The system of rites and music also had a great influence on the education system in ancient China. Under the influence of the system of rites and music, an education system based on rites, music, archery, imperial examination, calligraphy and mathematics was established in ancient China, emphasizing the cultivation of all-round quality, including not only the imparting of knowledge, but also the cultivation of moral quality and musical accomplishment. This kind of education system played an important role in the training of ancient talents in China, and also provided a reference for the establishment of later education system.