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Exploring Philosophy in Piano Teaching: Taking Piano Adaptations of Northern Shaanxi Folk Songs as an Example

VOLUME 21, 2024

The Role of Targeted Infra-popliteal Endovascular Angioplasty to Treat Diabetic Foot Ulcers Using the Angiosome Model: A Systematic Review

VOLUME 6, 2023

Xiaobing Ning, Ph. D
Chakrabongse Bhuvanarth International Institute for Interdisciplinary Studies, Rajamangala University of Technology Tawan-ok , Bangkok ,Thailand，10400

Narutt Suttachitt, Ph. D
Associate Professor, Chakrabongse Bhuvanarth International Institute for Interdisciplinary Studies, Rajamangala University of Technology Tawan-ok , Bangkok ,Thailand，10400

Thitinun Charoensloong, Ph. D
Chakrabongse Bhuvanarth International Institute for Interdisciplinary Studies, Rajamangala University of Technology Tawan-ok , Bangkok ,Thailand，10400

Krisada Daoruang, PH. D
Chakrabongse Bhuvanarth International Institute for Interdisciplinary Studies, Rajamangala University of Technology Tawan-ok , Bangkok ,Thailand，10400

Abstract

The introduction of piano music to China spans over a century, leading to the creation of numerous piano adaptations and educational materials by Chinese artists and composers. These efforts aim to innovate piano education methods. Using Shaanxi folk songs as a case study, this paper explores the integration of philosophical concepts into piano teaching to enrich students' artistic development and musical expression. Through a sample survey analysis, the core teaching principles derived from the piano adaptations of northern Shaanxi folk songs are applied in higher education institutions. The study reveals that philosophical inquiry transforms piano performance from a mere display of technical proficiency into a deeper comprehension and interpretation of musical essence. Students are encouraged to cultivate aesthetic appreciation and creativity by delving into the profound layers of music. The findings carry practical implications and contribute to enhancing the quality and efficacy of piano instruction.

Keywords : Piano Teaching; Philosophical Thinking; Shaanxi Folk Songs; Teaching Conception.

Erin Saricilar
Lecture in accounting. University of Basrah, College of Administration and Economics, Department of Accounting.

Abstract

Atherosclerotic disease significantly impacts patients with type 2 diabetes, who often present with recalcitrant peripheral ulcers. The angiosome model of the foot presents an opportunity to perform direct angiosome-targeted endovascular interventions to maximise both wound healing and limb salvage. A systematic review was performed, with 17 studies included in the final review. Below-the-knee endovascular interventions present significant technical challenges, with technical success depending on the length of lesion being treated and the number of angiosomes that require treatment. Wound healing was significantly improved with direct angiosome-targeted angioplasty, as was limb salvage, with a significant increase in survival without major amputation. Indirect angioplasty, where the intervention is applied to collateral vessels to the angiosomes, yielded similar results to direct angiosome-targeted angioplasty. Applying the angiosome model of the foot in direct angiosome-targeted angioplasty improves outcomes for patients with recalcitrant diabetic foot ulcers in terms of primary wound healing, mean time for complete wound healing and major amputation-free survival.

Keywords : Diabetic foot ulcer, angiosome, angioplasty