The Aspects and Problems of Musicology in the 21th Century in the Republic of Moldova

The author of the article highlights as main issue development musicology in former Soviet Republic Moldova context “cultural transfer” between Russia, and Romania. solution to this is based on methods historical comparative analysis, taking into consideration transnational approach close-knit ties Moldova, Russia analysis inter-ethnical connections has conditioned principle behind drafting article, which combines a historical, chronological geopolitical perspective. It divided two parts. first part describes professional musical culture prior its gaining independence 1991, consists three time periods, including (Bessarabia) Russian Empire, Kingdom Romania MSSR (the Moldavian Socialist Republic) USSR. necessity for such an introduction explained by fact that experienced several waves transfer,” have anticipated pressure points aspects 21th century. second focuses scholarship independent had opportunity establish with other countries. After dissolution USSR, radical metamorphosis country’s social structure was accentuated issues caused poverty change official language. At same time, provides overview music scholarship, covering education higher educational institutions, example Academy Music, Theater Fine Arts, impact evolutionary process through activity graduates leading establishments — Moscow State P. I. Tchaikovsky Conservatory Gnesin well brief description founders these schools musicology. Concurrently, Romanian experts composers taken place, beneficial influence latter also examined.