流行音樂演奏專輯之新世紀音樂風格探討-以星空下專輯為例

Abstract

本研究聚焦於新世紀音樂的特徵及其在流行音樂創作中的應用，並以筆者專輯《星空下》的創作實踐為案例，探討新世紀音樂如何結合旋律、和聲與音效設計，呈現靈性、自然與冥想的主題。研究涵蓋喜多郎、久石讓、恩雅、神思者及吳金黛等音樂家的作品，分析其融合東西方音樂元素的創作特徵與對音樂產業的影響。研究指出，新世紀音樂以簡約而細膩的音樂語言深化了情感表達，不僅廣泛應用於流行音樂、影視配樂與數位音樂平台，還在療癒與靜心市場中展現了重要價值。本研究的創作實踐證明，新世紀音樂風格在提升音樂藝術性與市場競爭力方面具有顯著潛力，並為音樂教育與產業發展提供了新的方向。

This study focuses on the characteristics of New Age music and its applications in popular music creation, using the author’s album Under the Starry Sky as a case study. It explores how New Age music integrates melody, harmony, and sound design to present themes of spirituality, nature, and meditation. The research examines works by Kitaro, Joe Hisaishi, Enya, S.E.N.S., and Wu, Jin dai, analyzing their fusion of Eastern and Western musical elements and their impact on the music industry. The findings reveal that New Age music, with its minimalist and refined musical language, enhances emotional expression and is widely utilized in popular music, film scoring, and digital music platforms. Furthermore, it demonstrates significant value in the wellness and meditation market. The creative practice presented in this study highlights the potential of New Age music in enhancing the artistic quality and marketability of music, providing innovative directions for music education and industry development.