Developing the New Training Model of Chinese Musical Singing

Abstract

This research aims to examine the standards and key components of high-quality Chinese musical singing, analyze existing training approaches and their limitations, and develop a new training model for Chinese musical singing by integrating the Linklater voice training method, Speech Level Singing, and K-pop singing techniques. A qualitative research design combined with classroom action research was employed. Participants included contemporary pop singing students, professional musical theatre performers, and vocal instructors. Research instruments consisted of in-depth interviews, performance observations, and pre- and post-training assessments.

The findings reveal that high-quality Chinese musical performance requires the integration of three core dimensions: vocal technique, emotional expression, and theatrical performance. The study also indicates that current training practices tend to be fragmented, focusing primarily on isolated vocal techniques, which leads to vocal instability and difficulties in integrating singing with acting. The newly developed training model demonstrates significant improvement in vocal control, emotional communication, and stage performance. Participants showed reduced vocal tension, smoother register transitions, and increased confidence during performance.  Overall, the results suggest that a situational and integrative training approach, combining multiple vocal training systems, effectively enhances the holistic singing and performance abilities of Chinese musical theatre performers. This model provides both practical and theoretical contributions to musical theatre education in China and supports the development of context-sensitive training frameworks for contemporary musical performance.