Research and Development of Teaching Models for Music Theory Courses in Music Performance Majors

Music theory courses constitute a critical component of the curriculum for music performance majors in higher education institutions.However, the current disconnect between music theory courses and the practical aspects of music performance, coupled with the inherent complexity of the subject matter and the predominantly conventional teaching methodologies, has led to a scenario where a significant number of students enroll in these courses, yet the overall learning outcomes remain suboptimal.This study aims to investigate the current state of music theory course learning among music performance majors in China and to develop a teaching model for music theory that better aligns with the contemporary demands of music performance and the cultivation of music performance talent, utilizing both qualitative and quantitative research approaches.The IIIA music theory teaching model proposed herein adheres to the fundamental principles of educational theory while integrating the specific context of music theory instruction, with the objective of revitalizing the teaching of music theory for music performance majors, fostering an organic integration of "music theory and music performance" during their undergraduate years, and equipping students with enduring knowledge reserves and practical application skills to support their "professional-career" integration.