The objective of this study was to investigate the influence of contemporary pedagogical principles of distance learning on the quality of acquiring artistic skills in the field of vocal arts. The research was conducted based on a sample of 750 first-year students from the School of Literature and Journalism (Zhengzhou Business University), utilising a random sampling method. The research entailed the implementation of a case study method to facilitate an in-depth examination of the impact of modern pedagogical principles of distance learning on the quality of acquiring artistic skills in the realm of vocal arts. Pedagogical observation materials were employed in two experimental groups of students for empirical investigation purposes. To obtain statistical data, the method of qualitative analysis was employed and experimental online sessions were conducted from February to April 2023. It has been ascertained that, based on preliminary surveys, the average performance scores for the three groups, as per the mental principle, did not exceed 3.8 points; as per the physical principle, 4.3 points; and as per the aesthetic principle, 4.4 points. This equates to a low and borderline average level of knowledge and signifies the low efficacy of the methodological principles.