Abstract: Chaohu Folk Songs is one of the folk songs listed in the first national intangible cultural heritage protection list. It has very high artistic value for its rich expression, vivid language and unique artistic creation. Consequently, it is significant for the promotion of local cultural construction to inherit and develop Chaohu Folk Songs.  Starting with the artistic charm and the social function of Chaohu Folk Songs, this paper explores the feasibility and concrete measures of integrating Chaohu Folk Songs into the vocal music teaching of local universities for the better development and inheritance of Chaohu Folk Songs.

Key words: Chaohu Folk Songs, local universities, vocal music teaching, feasibility, measures