Meta-functional Equivalent Translation of Chinese Folk Song

Exploring the rich heritage of the Zhuang community, this book delves into the origins, evolution, and artistic qualities of Zhuang folk songs, which face the threat of extinction. It emphasizes the importance of preserving these melodies by providing English translations that reflect their multi-aesthetic nature. The work features forty classic folk songs, presented with bilingual lyrics aligned to musical notation, allowing readers to appreciate and sing along to these cultural treasures.