Abstract: In this  article  the author points out the demerits of the pattem of "indiscriminate chain copy and imitation"  which has been commonly used in the teaching of vocal music m normal colleges . 1he author thinks that it is high time this pattem was changed, and offers some positive suggestions for this purpose.

Key words: the pattem of "indiscriminate chain copy and , imitation", ;normal;demerits;reform