A Comparative Study of Music Curriculum in Chinese and French Primary Schools

Abstract

Music education is vital to children’s intellectual, social, and emotional development. The primary school music education curriculum in China and France are the two most important music education systems in the world. This study attempts to compare the objectives, content, and evaluation of these two curriculum and reveal similarities and contrasts. The main goal of this study is to analyze the primary school music education curriculum in China and France, find out the similarities and differences between these curricula, and evaluate the potential impact these differences may have on the development of music education curricula in China and France. This study uses a comparative analysis method to investigate the music education curriculum in primary schools in China and France. The process of conducting the analysis required interviews with music teachers in both countries, a review of relevant literature, and an examination of curriculum materials. Research results show that primary school music education curriculum in China and France have some common objectives, including developing students' musical skills and cultivating aesthetic abilities. However, there are also significant differences in curriculum objectives, teaching strategies, and evualuation strategies. The study highlights the importance of understanding the cultural and historical context of each country's music education system.