A Study On The Art Of Han

Professor Han Xianguang is a celebrated French horn performer and educator in China. Thisthesis is based on a case study of Professor Han’s life as an artist and his contributions.The conclusion of this thesis is that, Professor Han’s artistic practice not only consist hisaccomplished life, but also the implementation of the art of the French horn and music in modernChina. A summary of Professor Han’s life as a musician experiencing the development of the artof the French horn in China will be offered alongside the combined research of his artisticpractice and the modernization of music in China. An analysis of the formation of Professor Han’s performing style under a historical context will also be issued so that an ontological researchof his performing style could be realized not only focusing on the discussion of techniques,but also of aesthetics. This thesis also seeks to establish Han Xianguang’s proper status inthe art of the French horn in China. Eventually, this thesis strives to present Han Xianguang’s music aesthetics in his accomplishments in the educational aspect of the French horn. The threeintegral parts of discussion mentioned above will put emphasis on Han Xianguang’s indispensablestatus in the performance art, as well as the education of the French horn.