1. Labor chant:

It is a kind of oral improvisation directly related to production activities. The melody is relatively simple, the rhythm is strong and powerful, and the rhythm is clear. The content can be freely developed according to the characteristics of the work.

2. Folk songs:

Folk songs have a wide range of content, short structure, hearty tunes, simple emotions, high pitch and free rhythm.

3. Minor key:

It has the characteristics of balanced structure, regular rhythm, delicate and gentle melody.

4. Folk songs:

Folk songs are gradually formed and developed through extensive mass improvisation and oral singing. It is the crystallization of the wisdom of countless people, and its musical form is simple, approachable, lively and flexible.

Extended information

Related background:

Labor chants are folk songs that are produced and used in labor. They have the practical function of coordinating and directing labor and are used in labor. During the process, especially the work with strong collective collaboration, in order to unify the pace, regulate breathing, and release the pressure of the body's weight, workers often shout or call out. These shouts and shouts were gradually beautified by the working people and developed into the form of songs.

From the simple, rhythmic call signs during labor to the form of songs with rich lyrics and complete tunes, labor chants reflect the wisdom and strength of the working people, and through labor The chant shows the optimism and fearless heroism of the working people.

The characteristic of folk songs (ballads) lies in whether they can reflect their origin, environment, and cultural characteristics (quality), not just in the number and weight of the instruments used.

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