Sound Transmission in the Context of Migration: A Comparative Study of the Historical Origins and Cultural Genes of New Year Music among the Hmong in China and Thailand

Abstract

This study focuses on the New Year music of the Hmong in China and Thailand in the context of migration, aiming to deeply compare their historical origins and cultural genes. Through on-site investigations and literature research of the New Year music of the Hmong in both China and Thailand, it was found that due to different migration histories, the New Year music of the Hmong in China and Thailand presents their own unique historical development paths. In terms of cultural genes, although influenced by different regional cultures, they both retain the core elements of Hmong music. Both have both commonalities and differences in terms of musical form, performance methods, and cultural connotations. In-depth exploration of the historical origins and cultural genes of the New Year music of the Hmong in China and Thailand helps to better understand the inheritance and evolution of Hmong music during the migration process, and provides important basis for the protection and development of Hmong music culture.